What Are People From Guinea-Bissau Called?Flag of Guinea-Bissau

West Africa, Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau

People from Guinea-Bissau are called:

People from Guinea-Bissau are called Bissau-Guinean.

Demonym:

Bissau-Guinean

Pronunciation:

/bɪˈsaʊ ɡɪˈniən/

About Guinea-Bissau

  • Capital city: Bissau.
  • Small coastal nation known for cashew nut production and fishing.
  • Portuguese colonial heritage with Portuguese as official language.
  • Known for Bijagós Islands, diverse wildlife, and traditional music.

Quick Facts

Population:
2,150,842 (2024 est.)
Country:
Guinea-Bissau
Region:
West Africa

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Etymology & Origin

Named after the capital city Bissau and the Guinea region, distinguishing it from neighboring Guinea.

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