Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, speaks at least five languages fluently: English, Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese. Additionally, he can read Latin and German. During his time in Peru, he also learned a little of one of the Quechuan languages
. To summarize:
- Fluent languages: English, Spanish, Italian, French, Portuguese
- Can read: Latin, German
- Some knowledge of: Quechuan language (minor)
This multilingual ability reflects his extensive international experience and missionary work, especially in Latin America