PT

Portuguese Republic

Portugal

Portugal is a country in Europe that is home to 10,242,000 people. It is also home to 6 living indigenous languages. One of these, Portuguese, is the official language of the country. Another, Mirandese, is an official language in part of the country. In addition, 9 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. In formal education, 2 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    10,242,000

    people

    6

    living languages

    96%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 2
    2. 2
    3. 2
    4. 0

Portugal has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.