What Language Do They Speak in Spain?

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Official languages of Spain Basque, Catalan, Galician, Spanish

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

Spain has 4 official languages: Basque, Catalan, Galician, Spanish.

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Languages in Spain — FAQ

What language do they speak in Spain?

The official languages of Spain are Basque and Catalan and Galician and Spanish.

How many official languages does Spain have?

Spain has 4 official languages: Basque, Catalan, Galician, Spanish.

Is Basque spoken anywhere else?

Spain is the only country on this site where Basque is an official language.

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