What Languages Do They Speak In Belgium?
Explore the languages spoken in Belgium on an interactive map.
Belgium Languages: Quick Facts
Languages
4
Dutch, French, German, Flemish
Population
11,590,000
Cost of living
~ $2260
Index: 45.2
Safety / crime index
Crime Index: 48.9
Language Spoken in Belgium Percentage
| Language | Percentage | Population |
|---|---|---|
DutchOfficial | 60% | 6,954,000 |
FrenchOfficial | 40% | 4,636,000 |
Do They Speak English in Belgium?
English proficiency
Ranked #6 on the EF English Proficiency Index.
In short
In major cities, business districts, and tourist hubs across Belgium, you can usually get by very comfortably in English. Outside those areas, knowing some Dutch still helps.
FAQ
Belgium Language FAQ
Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Belgium.
People in Belgium speak Dutch, French, German, Flemish.
Dutch is the most widely spoken language.
Dutch is spoken by about 60% of the population in Belgium.
That corresponds to roughly 6,954,000 people.
Yes, in most urban and professional settings. Outside the biggest cities, some Dutch can still be useful.
- What languages do they speak in Belgium?
People in Belgium speak Dutch, French, German, Flemish.
Dutch is the most widely spoken language.
- How widely spoken is Dutch in Belgium?
Dutch is spoken by about 60% of the population in Belgium.
That corresponds to roughly 6,954,000 people.
- Can you get by with English in Belgium?
Yes, in most urban and professional settings. Outside the biggest cities, some Dutch can still be useful.
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