What Language Do They Speak in Austria?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The official language of Austria is German. German is also an official language in 5 other countries worldwide.
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Languages of Austria at a glance
| Official language | German |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 1 |
| Countries on this site where German is official | 6 |
| People (demonym) | Austrian |
| Capital | Vienna |
| Internet domain | .at |
Other countries where German is official
German is also an official language in 5 other countries covered here:
Languages of neighbouring countries
| Czechia | Czech, Slovak |
|---|---|
| Germany | German |
| Hungary | Hungarian |
| Italy | Italian |
| Liechtenstein | German |
| Slovakia | Slovak |
| Slovenia | Slovene |
| Switzerland | Swiss German, French, Italian, Romansh |
Austria in context
- Austria covers 83,871 km², making it the 112th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 110 people per km² ranks 81st of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 8 countries: Czechia, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland.
- Austria is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 9,200,931 people, Austria holds about 12.3% of the population of Central Europe.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Austria is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Austria
Everyday German phrases you will hear and use in Austria:
| English | German |
|---|---|
| Hello | Hallo |
| Thank you | Danke |
| Please | Bitte |
| Goodbye | Auf Wiedersehen |
| Yes | Ja |
| No | Nein |
Spellings can vary by region, and some languages use different forms for formal or informal speech. Even a simple greeting in the local language is usually appreciated.
Languages in Austria — FAQ
What language do they speak in Austria?
The official language of Austria is German.
How many official languages does Austria have?
Austria has 1 official language: German.
Is German spoken anywhere else?
German is also an official language in 5 other countries.
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