The Duchess of Sussex, 43, who learned Spanish in 2002 when interning at the U.S. Embassy in Argentina, showed off her language skills at a talk in Cali on Sunday.
Meghan studied at Northwestern's School of Communication where she took Salsa dance classes and graduated with a bachelor's degree as a double major in theatre and international studies.
She studied abroad in Madrid in 2002, during which time she developed her Spanish speaking skills after taking five courses which were mainly taught in Spanish while she stayed with a host family.
She said: 'I would like to begin in Spanish because we are in your country, my husband and I, and I can feel this embrace from Colombia.
'It's incredible, so many, many thanks, because the culture, the history, everything has been like a dream on this trip.
'Sorry if my Spanish is not perfect because I learned it 20 years ago in Argentina, but I'm trying here because I can feel this community and this feeling which is the best in the world.'
She added: 'So thank you very much to the vice president, my friend, many thanks.'
For their final royal engagement in Colombia, the pair made an appearance at Petronio Alvarez Pacific Music Festival in Cali.
The prince jumped up on stage alongside his wife, and Colombia's vice president, Francia Márquez, and first addressed the crowds in Spanish, wishing them a good evening, and then thanking the vice president.
Harry then turned to Meghan and asked 'can you help me translate?' with Meghan nodding and adding 'of course'.
In English, Harry addressed roaring crowds and said: 'Thank you for your beautiful culture, and thank you, thank you for your incredible hospitality.'
After each sentence, Meghan took hold of the microphone and translated Harry's words into Spanish.
Security for Harry and Meghan's four day quasi royal tour of Colombia cost an eye watering eight billion pesos (£1.5 million) local media have claimed.
The £375,000 a day cost involved 3,000 police and soldiers, plus helicopters, sniffer dogs, bomb disposal units and an ever-present guard armed with a ballistic briefcase or bullet proof shield just in case of a sniper attack.
They were invited to the south American country - which is a no-go zone in parts according to the Foreign Commonweath and Development Office - by left wing vice president Francia Marquez – who has survived at least two attempts on her life.
But the security cost to a country facing huge socio-economic problems - a third live below the poverty line - has enraged many, including the security chief of the city of Cali council where the couple ended their tour on Sunday.
Writing on X under a report on the security cost by CW Noticias, Andres Escobar, said: 'Billions that could have been used to expand coverage of children's canteens, pay salaries of community mothers, seed capital for Afro communities or adapt sports venues practically in ruins.'
Cost of Meghan Markle's 2024 Colombia wardrobe
Thursday, August 15
Meghan Markle proved her fashion prowess once again today as she stepped out in Colombia alongside Prince Harry to begin their four-day tour of the South American nation
- Collared vest from New York-based brand Veronica Beard - £596
- Navy angle-grazing trousers from Veronica Beard - £349.33
- Cream handbag from Italian company Loro Piana - £3,653
- Lorraine Schwartz 'Against Evil Eye' bracelet - £15,011.84
- Pippa Small Kyanite Classic Stud Earrings - £495
- Manolo Blahnik BB Pointy Toe Pump in Black Suede - £595
OUTFIT TOTAL: £20,700.17
Meghan changed into a colourful printed jumpsuit for her second look of her Colombia Tour
- Burgundy Navajo Weaver Metallic Tweed Maxi Dress by Johanna Ortiz - £1,659
- Cartier Justr Un Clou Necklace in Yellow Gold with Diamonds - £11,800
- Jimmy Choo Etana Leather Strappy Mule Sandals in tan - £795
- Lanvin Arpege Sleeper Earrings in gold - £255
OUTFIT TOTAL: £14,509
Meghan attends the 'Responsible Digital Future' forum at EAN University in Bogota, Colombia
- Victoria Beckham chocolate brown shirt - £597
- Colby pull-on trousers in 'spice' La Ligne NYC - £231
- 'Divine 85' Cognac Brown Suede from Aquazzura - £617
- Birks Muse cirtrine and diamond drop earrings - £1,964
OUTFIT TOTAL: £3,409
THURSDAY TOTAL: £38,618
Friday, August 16
Meghan looked sophisticated in black high-waisted cigarettes pants, which paired with a white button-up business shirt with one button at the top left undone, tucked in
- Loro Piana Jamilla blazer in camel- £2,893
- Chanel sling-back ballet flats - £849
- Mango 'Paula' sleeveless cotton shirt in white - £35
- Cesta collective crossbody bag in Panna - £588
- Butterfly-shaped gold earrings owned by Princess Diana - price unknown
OUTFIT TOTAL: £4,365
Harry and Meghan each changed clothes between their morning and afternoon engagements
- Juan De Dios Amaime silk martello midi skirt in ivory green chintz - £347
- Sarah Hendler spear dangle stud earrings in emerald and sapphires - £1,736
OUTFIT TOTAL: £2,083
Prince Harry and Meghan joined Vice President Francia Márquez for a luncheon on the second day of their trip
- Oscar De La Renta gown in Cerulean blue - likely bespoke and thought to be at least £4,000
- Aquazurra heels
- Logan Hollowell baby reverse warer drop diamond tennis necklace - £9,786
OUTFIT TOTAL - £13,786
FRIDAY TOTAL - £20,234
Saturday, August 17
Meghan Markle was a marvel in monochrome as she arrived in Cartagena with Prince Harry on the third day of their tour of Colombia
- Deep Ocean silk crop top with the Hello Sailor silk maxi skirt by Johanna Ortiz - £1,700
- Hannia Char The Boater Hat - £70
- Ray-Ban gold aviator classic sunglasses - £155
- Ariel Gordon signet studs - £212
- Aquazzura divine sandal 85 in brown - £620
OUTFIT TOTAL: £2,757
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry looked loved up as they held hands while visiting traditional Afro-Caribbean village, San Basilio de Palenque on Saturday
- Chic white linen skirt from Posse, the Emma design - £200
- White crew neck tank top from Argent - £120
- Emme Parsons Cecilia Sandals in black calfskin - £347
- Cartier Gold Tank Francaise Watch worn by Princess Diana - £15,500
- Cartier touch, the love yellow gold bracelet - £5,800
- Ariel Gordon imperial disc pendant necklace engraved with Archie and Lili's names - £1,425
- Maria E Esquivia earrings - price unknown
OUTFIT TOTAL - £23,392
Meghan and Harry tried salsa dancing during a visit to the Unidad Recreativa El Vallado in Cali
- Miu Miu Artiste sunglasses in black and gold (seen on her lap) - £300
- El Carmen canvas hand emboidered mini skirt in Ecru - £613
- Stuart Weitzman Benni sandals in tan leather - £275
OUTFIT TOTAL - £1,188
SATURDAY TOTAL - £27,337
Sunday, August 18
Meghan Markle (pictured) looked radiant in a patterned pencil skirt embellished with sequins, which she paired with a sharp white shirt and pink, suede pumps
- Patterned midi skirt embellished with sequins by Miami-based designer Silvia Tcherassi - £1,634
- Mango shirt (repeat from earlier in the trip)
- Manolo Blahnik BB 105 Pumps in Magenta Suede - £595
- Gold fan earrings - gifted from Vice President Francia Márquez (price unknown)
OUTFIT TOTAL: £2,229
- Andres Otalora joya colonial tiered cotton poplin maxi dress in green - £890
- Aquazzura talk to me 105 black suede sandals - £656
OUTFIT TOTAL - £1,546
SUNDAY TOTAL - £3,775
TOTAL FOR TOUR: £89,964
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