What languages are spoken in Chile?
The official language of Chile is Castilian Spanish, spoken with a distinctive Chilean accent. You'll also find Amerindian languages, Polynesian dialect, and Rapa Nui language on Easter Island.
Chilean Spanish, main language
The Castilian Spanish is the official language of Chile. Chileans speak with a particular accent and use local expressions that can surprise Spanish speakers from other countries.
Other languages present
- Indigenous languages : Mapuche (Mapudungun), Quechua in the north
- Vânaga Rapa Nui : Polynesian language spoken on Easter Island
- Polynesian dialects in certain island regions
Useful expressions in Chilean Spanish
- Hello/Good evening : « Buenos días / Buenas noches »
- Do you speak French/English : « Hablas francés o inglés ? »
- I don't understand : « No cacho nada » (typically Chilean expression)
- Sorry/Excuse me : « Perdona / Perdóname »
- Thank you very much : « Muchas gracias »
- I am French : « Yo soy francés(a) »
- Yes/No : « Sí/No »
- You're welcome : « De nada »