What Languages Do They Speak In Latvia?
Explore the languages spoken in Latvia on an interactive map.
Latvia Languages: Quick Facts
Languages
2
Latvian, Russian
Population
1,884,000
Cost of living
~ $1600
Index: 32
Safety / crime index
Crime Index: 37.3
Language Spoken in Latvia Percentage
| Language | Percentage | Population |
|---|---|---|
LatvianOfficial | 56.3% | 1,060,692 |
Russian | 33.8% | 636,792 |
Do They Speak English in Latvia?
English proficiency
Ranked #25 on the EF English Proficiency Index.
In short
In major cities and tourist hubs across Latvia, English is commonly understood and usually enough for travel and business basics. In more local settings, some Latvian is recommended.
FAQ
Latvia Language FAQ
Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Latvia.
People in Latvia speak Latvian, Russian.
Latvian is the most widely spoken language.
Latvian is spoken by about 56.3% of the population in Latvia.
That corresponds to roughly 1,060,692 people.
Usually yes in cities, offices, hotels, and tourism-heavy areas. For more local situations, some Latvian will make things easier.
- What languages do they speak in Latvia?
People in Latvia speak Latvian, Russian.
Latvian is the most widely spoken language.
- How widely spoken is Latvian in Latvia?
Latvian is spoken by about 56.3% of the population in Latvia.
That corresponds to roughly 1,060,692 people.
- Can you get by with English in Latvia?
Usually yes in cities, offices, hotels, and tourism-heavy areas. For more local situations, some Latvian will make things easier.
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