What Language Do They Speak in Timor-Leste?

The flag of Timor-Leste has a red field with two isosceles triangles which share a common base on the hoist end. The smaller black triangle, which bears a five-pointed white star at its center and spans one-third the width of the field, is superimposed on the larger yellow triangle that extends to the center of the field.
Official languages of Timor-Leste Portuguese, Tetum

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

Timor-Leste has 2 official languages: Portuguese, Tetum. Portuguese is also an official language in 7 other countries worldwide.

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Languages in Timor-Leste — FAQ

What language do they speak in Timor-Leste?

The official languages of Timor-Leste are Portuguese and Tetum.

How many official languages does Timor-Leste have?

Timor-Leste has 2 official languages: Portuguese, Tetum.

Is Portuguese spoken anywhere else?

Portuguese is also an official language in 7 other countries.

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