The most spoken language in Brazil is Portuguese. This is a result of the country's colonization by Portugal in the 16th century. Portuguese has since evolved in Brazil, with unique dialects and linguistic traits reflecting the country's diverse culture and influences from Indigenous languages, African languages, and other immigrant languages. Today, Portuguese is not only the official language of Brazil but also plays a crucial role in national identity and communication among its more than 210 million inhabitants, making Brazil the largest Portuguese-speaking country in the world.