The Portuguese language is a Romance language spoken by approximately 200 000 000 people. Portuguese is the official language in Brazil (where 80% of all speakers of the language live) and Portugal, as well as some African countries (Angola, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, São Tomé and Príncipe, Cape Verde). The Portuguese language has recently become one of the official languages of the Asian country of East Timor. There are two main varieties of Portuguese: the dominant dialect or Brazilian Portuguese, spoken by approximately 80% of all speakers of Portuguese and European or Iberian or Lusitanian Portuguese dialect, which is the official language in Portugal, some African countries and East Timor. Brazilian Portuguese is studied by Brazilianists, while Lusitanian Portuguese is studied by Lusitanists.

The strong influence of the Portuguese language has recently become very prominent in the language services industry. This is primarily due to the increase in economic activities in Brazil, one of the most dynamic global economies. If you need translation or localizing services from Portuguese or into Portuguese, the Ciklopea team can offer you quick, high quality and reliable service.

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