What Language Do They Speak in Cuba?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The official language of Cuba is Spanish. Spanish is also an official language in 20 other countries worldwide.
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Languages of Cuba at a glance
| Official language | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 1 |
| Countries on this site where Spanish is official | 21 |
| People (demonym) | Cuban |
| Capital | Havana |
| Internet domain | .cu |
Other countries where Spanish is official
Spanish is also an official language in 20 other countries covered here:
- Argentina
- Belize
- Bolivia
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- Mexico
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Spain
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
Cuba in context
- Cuba covers 109,884 km², making it the 104th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 89 people per km² ranks 98th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- Cuba has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 9,748,007 people, Cuba holds about 25.7% of the population of Caribbean.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Cuba is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Cuba
Everyday Spanish phrases you will hear and use in Cuba:
| 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 Cuba — FAQ
What language do they speak in Cuba?
The official language of Cuba is Spanish.
How many official languages does Cuba have?
Cuba has 1 official language: Spanish.
Is Spanish spoken anywhere else?
Spanish is also an official language in 20 other countries.
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