The Albanian language belongs to the Indo-European family of languages but has its own specifics, similar to Greek or Armenian, which means it does not have any direct similarities with other languages in the same family.

What language is most similar to Albanian?

Linguistic affinities Albanian is considered an isolate within the Indo-European language family; no other language has been conclusively linked to its branch. The only other language that is the sole surviving member of a branch of Indo-European is Armenian.

Can Greeks understand Albanians?

Greek and Albanian are not mutually intelligible at any level, but when both people speak it looks like theyre cousins. The gestures and intonations are the same.

Is Albanian difficult to learn?

Learning Albanian is often challenging for native English speakers. Albanian is unique and borrows some vocabulary and grammar rules from Greek, Latin, and other extinct Indo-European languages, such as Thracian, Illyrian, and Dacian. To learn more about why Albanian can be a difficult language to master, read on.

What is the #1 language?

English is the largest language in the world, if you count both native and non-native speakers. If you count only native speakers, Mandarin Chinese is the largest.