Dutch is the official language while Papiamentu is commonly used. English and Spanish are widely spoken.
When you arrive in Curaçao, you're greeted by the warm breeze and friendly smiles, but also with a sign that says Bon Bini which means Welcome in the local language called Papiamento, a mélange of Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, French, English, African and Arawak Indian. Visitors are able to quickly learn a few phrases in Papiamento like "kon ta bo nombre" which means "what's your name, ‘mi ta bai bon, danki" which translates to a simple "I am fine, thank you" and the word "dushi" which you’d use to grab the attention of your sweetie.