What Languages Do They Speak In Vanuatu?
Explore the languages spoken in Vanuatu on an interactive map.
Vanuatu Languages: Quick Facts
Languages
3
English, French, Bislama
Population
319,137
Cost of living
NaN
Index: N/A
Safety / crime index
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Language Spoken in Vanuatu Percentage
| Language | Percentage | Population |
|---|---|---|
BislamaOfficial | 14.5% | 46,275 |
EnglishOfficial | 2.1% | 6,702 |
FrenchOfficial | 0.8% | 2,553 |
Do They Speak English in Vanuatu?
English proficiency
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In short
English usage varies across Vanuatu. In major cities and tourist-facing areas, you may find English speakers, but knowing some French is still recommended.
FAQ
Vanuatu Language FAQ
Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Vanuatu.
People in Vanuatu speak English, French, Bislama.
Bislama is the most widely spoken language.
Bislama is spoken by about 14.5% of the population in Vanuatu.
That corresponds to roughly 46,275 people.
English is present in some settings, but local language ability is still useful in Vanuatu.
- What languages do they speak in Vanuatu?
People in Vanuatu speak English, French, Bislama.
Bislama is the most widely spoken language.
- How widely spoken is Bislama in Vanuatu?
Bislama is spoken by about 14.5% of the population in Vanuatu.
That corresponds to roughly 46,275 people.
- Can you get by with English in Vanuatu?
English is present in some settings, but local language ability is still useful in Vanuatu.
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