How to Change Alexa's Language

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This wikiHow teaches you how to change the language that Alexa recognizes and speaks on your Alexa-enabled devices. Alexa has been designed from the ground up for each language, so native speakers can expect a smooth experience. Certain features, such as skills, music, and content might not work if you select a language that is different from the region you currently live in.

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Using the Devices Menu

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    It's has a light blue icon with a white circle on it. Tap the icon on your smartphone or tablet to open the Alexa app.
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    It's the fourth tab at the bottom of the screen. It has an icon that is shaped like a house with two slider bars on it. [1]
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    The "Echo & Alexa" button has an icon that resembles a tall Echo device. This displays a list of all your Echo devices. The "All Devices" button has three dots on it. This displays a list of all your Alexa-enabled devices.
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    This displays the Device Settings menu. If you haven't given it a custom name, the name will be something like Echo or Echo Dot.
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    The language that is currently set is listed under "Language". Tapping this displays a list of all available languages.
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    This changes the language on your Alexa-enabled device. The following languages are available for Amazon Alexa:
    • Deutsch (German)
    • English (United States)
    • English (Canada)
    • English (India)
    • English (Australia)
    • English (United Kingdom)
    • 日本語 (Japanese)
    • Español (España)
    • Español (México)
    • Français (France)
    • Français (Canada)
    • Hindi
    • Italiano (Italy)
    • Korean
    • Portuguese (Brazilian)
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Using the Settings Menu

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    It's has a light blue icon with a white circle on it. Tap the icon on your smartphone or tablet to open the Alexa app.
    • If you haven't done so already, you can download the Alexa app on your Android phone from the Google Play Store or on your iPhone from the App Store
    • If you haven't already done so, log in using the email address and password associated with your Amazon account.
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    It's in the lower-right corner of the Amazon Alexa app. This displays the "More" menu. [2]
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    It's next to an icon that resembles a gear. This displays the Settings menu.
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    This displays a list of all your Alexa-enabled devices.
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    If you haven't given it a custom name, the name will be something like Echo or Echo Dot.
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    The language that is currently set is listed under "Language". Tapping this displays a list of all available languages.
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    This changes the language on your Alexa-enabled device. The following languages are available for Amazon Alexa:
    • Deutsch (German)
    • English (United States)
    • English (Canada)
    • English (India)
    • English (Australia)
    • English (United Kingdom)
    • 日本語 (Japanese)
    • Español (España)
    • Español (México)
    • Français (France)
    • Français (Canada)
    • Hindi
    • Italiano (Italy)
    • Korean
    • Portuguese (Brazilian)
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    Is it possible to change Alexa's language to Mexican Spanish?
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    Yes. You can change it by changing your country to the country that has your language. Then, after you associate your device, change back to your current country. This is extreme, but should work.
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    How do I change Alexa's language if I can't see a released language as an option?
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    You can change it by changing your country to the country that has your language. After you associate your device, change back to your current country. Search for "Update Your Echo Device Country Settings" for more help.
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    Is it possible to give commands in two different languages, not in the same sentence, but sequentially?
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    There are combo pack options available that will list the primary language first divided by a "/" .
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      1. Open the Alexa App.
      2. Tap Devices .
      3. Tap Echo & Alexa or All Devices .
      4. Tap the device you want to change the langauge on.
      5. Tap the current language uncer "Language".
      6. Tap a new language.

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