They speak Portuguese in Portugal, which is the country’s official and main language used in daily life, school, government, and media.

Quick Scoop

  • Main language: Portuguese (almost everyone speaks it as a first or second language).
  • Regional language: Mirandese, co‑official only in a small area around Miranda do Douro in the northeast.
  • Other languages you’ll hear: English (especially in cities and tourist spots), plus some Spanish and French.

So if you’re traveling or moving there, learning some Portuguese phrases will take you the furthest, and a bit of English will usually cover the rest in big cities and tourist areas.

TL;DR: Portugal’s main language is Portuguese; Mirandese is regionally recognized, and English is widely used in tourism.

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