French

French is a Romance language spoken by over 300 million people worldwide, primarily in France, Canada, Belgium, Switzerland, and parts of Africa. It is also an official language of various international organizations, including the United Nations and the European Union. French has a rich history and has been influenced by various languages, including Latin, Germanic, and Celtic. It is written using the Latin alphabet with some additional characters, and has a complex grammar structure with a system of verb conjugations and noun declensions. French is known for its literature, philosophy, cuisine, and art, and is an important language for diplomacy, trade, and culture around the world.