The Etruscan language is not like Latin, Italian, or any of the other languages of Italy. These are Indo-European, as are most modern European languages, including English. ... Yet contrary to popular belief, we can—and do—read and understand Etruscan.

Is Etruscan still spoken?

Etruscan (/ɪˈtrʌskən/) was the language of the Etruscan civilization, in Italy, in the ancient region of Etruria (modern Tuscany, western Umbria, northern Latium, Emilia-Romagna, Veneto, Lombardy and Campania). Etruscan influenced Latin but eventually was completely superseded by it.

Can we translate Etruscan language?

Despite many attempts at decipherment and some claims of success, the Etruscan records still defy translation. ... The problem of Etruscan origins is insoluble until the language can be translated.