German language
German Language
The German language (German: Deutsche Sprache) is a West Germanic language that is mainly spoken in Central Europe. It is the most widely spoken and official or co-official language in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, South Tyrol in Italy, the German-speaking Community of Belgium, and Liechtenstein. It is also one of the three official languages of Luxembourg and a co-official language in the Opole Voivodeship in Poland.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of the German language varies greatly by region. However, the standardized version is Hochdeutsch (High German).
Etymology
The term "German" derives from the Latin Germanus, a term used by Julius Caesar referring to tribes in northeastern Gaul. In the Early Middle Ages, the term Deutsch or Teutsch was used in reference to the language of the common people in contrast to Latin.
Related Terms
- Hochdeutsch: The standardized version of the German language.
- Dialect: A particular form of a language that is peculiar to a specific region or social group.
- West Germanic languages: A branch of the Germanic languages, which also includes English, Dutch, and others.
- Central Europe: The region where German is most widely spoken.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on German language
- Wikipedia's article - German language
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