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Thereof, what is the Maltese language similar to?

The historical source of modern Maltese vocabulary is 52% Italian/Sicilian, 32% Siculo-Arabic, and 6% English, with some of the remainder being French. Today, most function words are Semitic. In this way, it is similar to English, which is a Germanic language that had large influence from Norman French.

Furthermore, what does the Maltese language sound like? Its language is the sole survivor of the Arabic dialects spoken in Spain and Sicily in the Middle Ages and the only Semitic language written in the Latin script. When spoken, Maltese sounds like Arabic with a sprinkling of English phrases. When written it looks like Italian with a blend of some peculiar symbols.

Beside this, what language is mostly spoken in Malta?

88% of the Malta population are English speaking, and due to Malta's close proximity to Italy, around 66% of the population speak Italian as well. However, the native Maltese language is most popular and is the national language of Malta. Maltese is spoken by around 97% of the population.

Is Maltese a dying language?

Maltese is not endangered. It has near universal and vigorous use in Malta. Most people learn English as a second language and there is some influence form English and Italian. But it is the national language and pretty much spoken by everyone.