what do colombians speak

Colombians primarily speak Spanish, with more than 99.5% of the population using this language. The Spanish spoken in Colombia is known as Colombian Spanish and has its own unique characteristics, including a distinctive musical intonation and vocabulary. Additionally, English has official status in the San Andrés, Providencia, and Santa Catalina Islands. In total, Colombia is home to 37 major languages, including 65 Amerindian languages, 2 Creole languages, Portuguese, and Romani. However, the overwhelming majority of Colombians are Spanish speakers.