What Language Do They Speak in Bolivia?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Bolivia has 4 official languages: Spanish, Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua. Spanish is also an official language in 20 other countries worldwide.
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Languages of Bolivia at a glance
| Official languages | Spanish, Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 4 |
| Countries on this site where Spanish is official | 21 |
| People (demonym) | Bolivian |
| Capital | Sucre |
| Internet domain | .bo |
Other countries where Spanish is official
Spanish is also an official language in 20 other countries covered here:
- Argentina
- Belize
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- Mexico
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Spain
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
Languages of neighbouring countries
| Argentina | Spanish, Guaraní |
|---|---|
| Brazil | Portuguese |
| Chile | Spanish |
| Paraguay | Guaraní, Spanish |
| Peru | Spanish, Aymara, Quechua |
Bolivia in context
- Bolivia covers 1,098,581 km², making it the 27th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 10 people per km² ranks 183rd of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 5 countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Peru.
- Bolivia is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 11,365,333 people, Bolivia holds about 2.6% of the population of South America.
- With 4 official languages, Bolivia has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Bolivia is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Bolivia
Everyday Spanish phrases you will hear and use in Bolivia:
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Hello | Hola |
| Thank you | Gracias |
| Please | Por favor |
| Goodbye | Adiós |
| Yes | Sí |
| No | No |
Spellings can vary by region, and some languages use different forms for formal or informal speech. Even a simple greeting in the local language is usually appreciated.
Languages in Bolivia — FAQ
What language do they speak in Bolivia?
The official languages of Bolivia are Spanish, Aymara, Guaraní and Quechua.
How many official languages does Bolivia have?
Bolivia has 4 official languages: Spanish, Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua.
Is Spanish spoken anywhere else?
Spanish is also an official language in 20 other countries.
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