What Languages Do They Speak In Turkmenistan?
Explore the languages spoken in Turkmenistan on an interactive map.
Turkmenistan Languages: Quick Facts
Languages
2
Turkmen, Russian
Population
6,342,000
Cost of living
NaN
Index: N/A
Safety / crime index
Crime Index: N/A
Language Spoken in Turkmenistan Percentage
| Language | Percentage | Population |
|---|---|---|
TurkmenOfficial | 72% | 4,566,240 |
Russian | 12% | 761,040 |
Do They Speak English in Turkmenistan?
English proficiency
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In short
English usage varies across Turkmenistan. In major cities and tourist-facing areas, you may find English speakers, but knowing some Turkmen is still recommended.
FAQ
Turkmenistan Language FAQ
Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Turkmenistan.
People in Turkmenistan speak Turkmen, Russian.
Turkmen is the most widely spoken language.
Turkmen is spoken by about 72% of the population in Turkmenistan.
That corresponds to roughly 4,566,240 people.
English is present in some settings, but local language ability is still useful in Turkmenistan.
- What languages do they speak in Turkmenistan?
People in Turkmenistan speak Turkmen, Russian.
Turkmen is the most widely spoken language.
- How widely spoken is Turkmen in Turkmenistan?
Turkmen is spoken by about 72% of the population in Turkmenistan.
That corresponds to roughly 4,566,240 people.
- Can you get by with English in Turkmenistan?
English is present in some settings, but local language ability is still useful in Turkmenistan.
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