Spanish-speaking countries
Foreign LanguagesDefinition
Spanish-speaking countries (países hispanohablantes) are the 20 nations plus Puerto Rico where Spanish is an official or primary language. They span four continents—Europe, North America, South America, and Africa—and represent a wide diversity of cultures, accents, and traditions.
Examples
- Mexico is the most populous Spanish-speaking country with over 125 million people.
- Spain (España) is the origin of the Spanish language, located in southwestern Europe.
- Equatorial Guinea (Guinea Ecuatorial) is the only Spanish-speaking country in Africa.
Key Fact
There are 20 countries with Spanish as an official language, plus Puerto Rico. The most populous are Mexico, Colombia, Spain, and Argentina.
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