Cape Verdean Creole
Also known as: Kriolu, Kabuverdianu
A Portuguese-based creole and the everyday language of Cape Verde, used by the entire population alongside Portuguese. The oldest still-spoken creole language, with a continuous documented history since the 16th century.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Cape Verdean Creole?
Cape Verdean Creole is a dialect of Cape Verdean Creole.
Which region is Cape Verdean Creole associated with?
Cape Verdean Creole is part of the West & Central Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Cape Verdean Creole known by other names?
Yes — Cape Verdean Creole is also referred to as Kriolu, Kabuverdianu.