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Where do Portuguese live?

It's a bit tricky to answer "where do Portuguese live" because it depends on what you mean:

* Citizenship: Portuguese people hold Portuguese citizenship. They can live anywhere in the world, just like citizens of any other country.

* Location: The vast majority of Portuguese people live in Portugal, their home country. It's estimated that over 9 million people live in Portugal.

* Diaspora: However, there are also significant Portuguese communities living in other countries due to historical migration patterns:

* Brazil: Brazil has the largest population of people with Portuguese ancestry outside of Portugal, thanks to historical colonization.

* Other European countries: Portugal has strong historical ties with other European countries, leading to communities in countries like France, Spain, and the UK.

* Africa: Portuguese colonization also led to significant Portuguese communities in former colonies like Angola, Mozambique, and Cape Verde.

* North America: There are sizeable Portuguese communities in the US and Canada, primarily concentrated in specific cities and areas.

* Other parts of the world: Smaller Portuguese communities can be found in many other countries, reflecting the global reach of Portuguese history and culture.

So, to summarize, most Portuguese people live in Portugal, but significant communities can be found in many countries around the world.

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