Luxembourgish, or Lëtzebuergesch, is a West Germanic language primarily spoken in Luxembourg and surrounding areas by around 400,000 people. It emerged during the Middle Ages as a dialect of the Moselle Franconian group, which is part of the larger Low Franconian branch of the Germanic languages. Over time, it developed its own distinct characteristics, shaped by historical and political influences, including the spread of the Frankish Empire and later the contact with French and German-speaking neighbors. Although it was originally a spoken vernacular, Luxembourgish started to gain written form in the 19th century, a period marked by growing national identity and movements to preserve Luxembourg's cultural heritage. 

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In the 20th century, Luxembourgish became an essential symbol of the country’s identity. Despite its historical use in everyday life, it was often overshadowed by French and German in government, education, and literature. While Luxembourgish is a much longer oral tradition than written; however, the  written language standardized officially by 1975, with a spelling reform in 1999. However, Luxembourgish gained official status in 1984, and the language’s use was promoted in various domains, including media, education, and literature. The 21st century saw a continued revival of the language with efforts to modernize its usage, integrate it into digital platforms, and solidify its place in Luxembourg’s multilingual society, alongside French, German, and English. Luxembourg is unusual in that Luxembourgish is most commonly found in use colloquially, while both German and French tend to be found in more form settings, like commerce for example, meaning most Luxembourgish residents are trilingual. Today, Luxembourgish is a symbol of national pride and a vital part of the country’s cultural fabric.​​