Spain

Southwest Europe, Spain
Spain

People from Spain are called:

Male/General:

Spanish

Pronunciation:

/ˈspænɪʃ/

Quick Facts

Population:
47,519,628 (2024 est.)
Country:
Spain
Region:
Southwest Europe

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Etymology & Origin

From the Latin 'Hispania', possibly from Phoenician meaning 'land of rabbits'.

About Spain

  • Capital city: Madrid.
  • EU member since 1986, Euro area member since 1999.
  • Iberian Peninsula nation known for diverse culture and languages.
  • Famous for flamenco, bullfighting, cuisine, and architectural heritage.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

Portugal

west of Spain

People are called:

Portuguese

France

northeast of Spain

People are called:

French

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