What Languages Do They Speak In Spain?
Explore the languages spoken in Spain on an interactive map.
Spain Languages: Quick Facts
Languages
3
Spanish, Catalan, Basque
Population
47,420,000
Cost of living
~ $1805
Index: 36.1
Safety / crime index
Crime Index: 35.8
Language Spoken in Spain Percentage
| Language | Percentage | Population |
|---|---|---|
CatalanOfficial | 17% | 8,061,400 |
BasqueOfficial | 2% | 948,400 |
Do They Speak English in Spain?
English proficiency
Ranked #33 on the EF English Proficiency Index.
In short
In major cities and tourist-facing businesses across Spain, English is common enough to help you get by. In smaller towns and more local situations, knowing some Spanish is recommended.
FAQ
Spain Language FAQ
Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Spain.
People in Spain speak Spanish, Catalan, Basque.
Catalan is the most widely spoken language.
Catalan is spoken by about 17% of the population in Spain.
That corresponds to roughly 8,061,400 people.
Often yes in major cities and common travel situations, but not everywhere. If you plan to spend time outside the main urban areas, some Spanish is helpful.
- What languages do they speak in Spain?
People in Spain speak Spanish, Catalan, Basque.
Catalan is the most widely spoken language.
- How widely spoken is Catalan in Spain?
Catalan is spoken by about 17% of the population in Spain.
That corresponds to roughly 8,061,400 people.
- Can you get by with English in Spain?
Often yes in major cities and common travel situations, but not everywhere. If you plan to spend time outside the main urban areas, some Spanish is helpful.
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