The Lithuanian language is one of the oldest in Europe. It is thought to have originated in central Europe and to have been brought to Lithuania by the Balts, an ancient people who lived in the area. The Lithuanian language is closely related to Latvian, and both languages are part of the Baltic family of languages.
Lithuanian has a rich history and complex grammar. Over time, it has acquired many loanwords from other languages, including Russian, Polish, and German. Lithuanian is spoken by about 3 million people worldwide. In Lithuania, it is the official language and is used in all forms of communication. It is also one of the official languages of the European Union.