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Why are spanish and Portuguese the languages of latin America?

Its because of spanish and portuguese colonization. Brazil was colonized by portugal while mexico, argentina, Cuba, etc. were colonized by the spaniards. What helped establish spanish as THE language of spanish america was through racial mixing and the fact that the spaniards were more likely(along with the portuguese) to recognize their offsring then other europeans. This helped spanish spread more than anything else, especially in the colonial period. This is also true in the case of Portuguese in Brazil.


Why do many people Spanish in Latin America?

Spanish is widely spoken in Latin America due to the colonization by the Spanish Empire in the 16th century. The language was imposed on the indigenous populations, and over time, it became dominant as a result of cultural assimilation and the establishment of Spanish-speaking institutions. Today, Spanish is the official language in most Latin American countries.


Which two countries are basis for the language and customs of Latin America?

Portugal and Spain


Why do Mexicans speak the Spanish language?

Almost EVERY country has thousands of people who are Spanish. BUT, these are the top 2 places where Spanish is used.1. Mexico2. South America (Lots like Argentina, Uruguay etc.)this is because the Spain once had an empire in these regionsthe only country that is not spanish in south America is Brasil


Why do Latin American countries speak Spanish?

Latin American countries speak Spanish because Spain was a major colonizer of Latin and South America, and vigorously imposed its language on the people living there, to a greater degree than either England or even France.

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