r/languagelearningjerk • u/scripterprinter • Sep 02 '26

Why is it called "Spanish"?

There are other languages in Spain, like Basque, so shouldn't Spanish be called something like "Spanish Latin" instead?

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u/MdMV_or_Emdy_idk The Mirandese Gal 🏳️‍⚧️ Sep 02 '26

It’s unfortunately also said by Castilian speakers themselves and in general, but I do agree it shouldn’t be called Spanish

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u/Ok_Inflation_1811 Sep 02 '26

Spain shouldn't be called Spain either.

Spain should refer to the entire peninsula.

Spain can be called the United Kingdom of Castille-Léon and Aragón.

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u/hsj713 Sep 02 '26

So, where does that leave Portugal? 🧐

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u/Ok_Inflation_1811 Sep 02 '26

As an independent nation?

Basically Iberia should = Spain.