What Languages Do They Speak In Mongolia?
Explore the languages spoken in Mongolia on an interactive map.
Mongolia Languages: Quick Facts
Languages
1
Mongolian
Population
3,348,000
Cost of living
~ $1120
Index: 22.4
Safety / crime index
Crime Index: 53.5
Language Spoken in Mongolia Percentage
| Language | Percentage | Population |
|---|---|---|
Mongolian | 90% | 3,013,200 |
Do They Speak English in Mongolia?
English proficiency
Ranked #72 on the EF English Proficiency Index.
In short
You may get by with English in airports, hotels, and larger cities in Mongolia, but it becomes less reliable outside those areas. Knowing some Mongolian is strongly recommended.
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FAQ
Mongolia Language FAQ
Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Mongolia.
Mongolian is the main language spoken in Mongolia.
Mongolian is spoken by about 90% of the population in Mongolia.
That corresponds to roughly 3,013,200 people.
Only sometimes. English may work in tourist-facing places, but it is safer to know at least some Mongolian.
- What languages do they speak in Mongolia?
Mongolian is the main language spoken in Mongolia.
- How widely spoken is Mongolian in Mongolia?
Mongolian is spoken by about 90% of the population in Mongolia.
That corresponds to roughly 3,013,200 people.
- Can you get by with English in Mongolia?
Only sometimes. English may work in tourist-facing places, but it is safer to know at least some Mongolian.
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