Do you know the Basque language? If you don’t know the Basque country at all, you may never have heard of Euskera. It’s actually the Basque language, and one of the oldest in Europe, present even before the various Indo-European languages were established.
However, the origins of this language remain unclear to this day, and this element of mystery adds a touch of originality to this ancient language.
Euskera is spoken by around 28% of the Basque population, and a great deal of effort is currently being put into teaching it so that it can regain a certain vitality.
The Basque language has a number of peculiarities in terms of grammar and pronunciation, such as the use of the verb “izan”, which is as important as “être” or “avoir” in French. There is no gender opposition between masculine and feminine, and the numerical system is still very close to that of Old French, for example.
Take advantage of your stay in the Basque Country to discover the Euskera language and take a language course! This will enable you to learn the basics and discover a rich new language that will also help you understand the language’s history.
So don’t wait any longer to discover and learn this new language, Euskera. You’ll be able to chat with Basques and learn new words in an enriching exchange very easily.
And why not go on to learn more about the Basque Country, which you can find on our Blog!
