Papiamentu isn't available on Duolingo. Here are the best alternatives.
Amenda Kelders
July 28, 2025 • 1 min read
If you've searched for Papiamentu on Duolingo, you're not alone. Thousands of language learners are eager to explore this unique Caribbean language spoken in Curaçao, Aruba, and Bonaire. But if you've checked Duolingo's course list, you've probably realized something frustrating: Papiamentu isn't available on Duolingo.
So what can you do if you want to learn Papiamentu right now?
We created Lora - Learn Papiamentu, a language learning app dedicated specifically to Papiamentu, because we noticed exactly what you did. There just weren't any great tools out there to learn this beautiful language.
Unlike Duolingo, which hasn’t launched a Papiamentu course, our app is 100% focused on helping you learn Papiamentu effectively and enjoyably.
Whether you're planning a trip to the Caribbean, reconnecting with your heritage, or just curious about creole languages, Lora - Learn Papiamentu App is the easiest and most authentic way to learn Papiamentu.