The official language of Haiti is Haitian Creole, also known as Kreyòl. This language has roots in French as well as various African languages, reflecting Haiti’s history and cultural heritage. Haitian Creole emerged during the colonial period, when enslaved Africans combined elements of French with their native languages to communicate, eventually evolving into a distinct language. While French is also an official language in Haiti and is generally used in formal contexts such as government and education, Haitian Creole is the language spoken in daily life by the majority of the population, serving as a vital component of national identity.