What Languages Do They Speak In Romania?

Explore the languages spoken in Romania on an interactive map.

Romania Languages: Quick FactsRomania flag

Languages

1

Romanian

Population

19,120,000

Cost of living

~ $1240

Index: 24.8

Safety / crime index

High

Crime Index: 32.8

Language Spoken in Romania Percentage

LanguagePercentagePopulation
RomanianOfficial
91.6%17,513,920

Do They Speak English in Romania?

English proficiency

High

Ranked #17 on the EF English Proficiency Index.

In short

In major cities and tourist hubs across Romania, English is commonly understood and usually enough for travel and business basics. In more local settings, some Romanian is recommended.

FAQ

Romania Language FAQ

Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Romania.

  • Romanian is the main language spoken in Romania.

  • Romanian is spoken by about 91.6% of the population in Romania.

    That corresponds to roughly 17,513,920 people.

  • Usually yes in cities, offices, hotels, and tourism-heavy areas. For more local situations, some Romanian will make things easier.

What languages do they speak in Romania?

Romanian is the main language spoken in Romania.

How widely spoken is Romanian in Romania?

Romanian is spoken by about 91.6% of the population in Romania.

That corresponds to roughly 17,513,920 people.

Can you get by with English in Romania?

Usually yes in cities, offices, hotels, and tourism-heavy areas. For more local situations, some Romanian will make things easier.

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