The Basque people are an indigenous ethnic group living primarily in the Basque Country, a region that straddles the border of Spain and France.
Here's a breakdown:
* Where is the Basque language spoken? It's mainly spoken in the Basque Country, which includes:
* Spain: The provinces of Álava, Vizcaya, Guipúzcoa, and Navarre.
* France: The historical province of Labourd, Lower Navarre, and Soule.
* Who speaks Basque? While not all Basques speak Basque, it is the native language of the Basque people.
* Is Basque spoken anywhere else? While the Basque Country is the primary area, small Basque communities in other parts of the world, particularly in the Americas, also speak Basque.
It's important to note that:
* Basque is not related to any other known language family. It is a language isolate, meaning its origin is unknown and it doesn't appear to be related to any other known language.
* Basque is facing pressure from Spanish and French, the dominant languages in the region, but there are efforts to revitalize and preserve it.