Latin
PrintPrimary tabs
A language of Vatican State
Autonym
Latina
User Population
No known L1 speakers. Ethnic population: No ethnic community.
Language Status
9 (Second language only). De facto national working language, used for all official Holy See documents.
Language Use
Used in Roman Catholic liturgy and publication of all official documents in gazette.
Language Development
Radio. Dictionary. Bible: 1453–1979. Revival effort underway. The Vatican Latin Foundation established in 1976.