Venezuela Languages

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Description

Spanish - only spoken by most in the country. Also known as Castilian.

The Spanish Constitution recognizes other languages as official for indigenous peoples.

• Wayuu - also known as Guajiro. The most spoken indigenous language.
• Warao - also known as Guarauno, Guarao, Warrau.
• Pemon - also known as Pemón.
• All languages spoken by the indigenous people of Venezuela

Languages spoken by immigrants include

• English - most widely spoken foreign language. Spoken by professionals, academics, upper and middle class
• Chinese
• Portuguese - spoken by the population living close to the Brazil border.
• Italian
• Arabic
• German
• Languages spoken by immigrants in Venezuela

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