What Language Do They Speak in Brazil?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The official language of Brazil is Portuguese. Portuguese is also an official language in 7 other countries worldwide.
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Languages of Brazil at a glance
| Official language | Portuguese |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 1 |
| Countries on this site where Portuguese is official | 8 |
| People (demonym) | Brazilian |
| Capital | Brasília |
| Internet domain | .br |
Other countries where Portuguese is official
Portuguese is also an official language in 7 other countries covered here:
Languages of neighbouring countries
| Argentina | Spanish, Guaraní |
|---|---|
| Bolivia | Spanish, Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua |
| Colombia | Spanish |
| Guyana | English |
| Paraguay | Guaraní, Spanish |
| Peru | Spanish, Aymara, Quechua |
| Suriname | Dutch |
| Uruguay | Spanish |
| Venezuela | Spanish |
Brazil in context
- Brazil covers 8,515,767 km², making it the 5th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 25 people per km² ranks 164th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 9 countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela.
- With 213,421,037 people, Brazil holds about 48.9% of the population of South America.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Sunday.
- Brazil is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Brazil
Everyday Portuguese phrases you will hear and use in Brazil:
| English | Portuguese |
|---|---|
| Hello | Olá |
| Thank you | Obrigado (m) / Obrigada (f) |
| Please | Por favor |
| Goodbye | Adeus |
| Yes | Sim |
| No | Não |
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 Brazil — FAQ
What language do they speak in Brazil?
The official language of Brazil is Portuguese.
How many official languages does Brazil have?
Brazil has 1 official language: Portuguese.
Is Portuguese spoken anywhere else?
Portuguese is also an official language in 7 other countries.
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