What Language Do They Speak in Belarus?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Belarus has 2 official languages: Russian, Belarusian. Russian is also an official language in 6 other countries worldwide.
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Languages of Belarus at a glance
| Official languages | Russian, Belarusian |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 2 |
| Countries on this site where Russian is official | 7 |
| People (demonym) | Belarusian |
| Capital | Minsk |
| Internet domain | .by |
Other countries where Russian is official
Russian is also an official language in 6 other countries covered here:
Languages of neighbouring countries
Belarus in context
- Belarus covers 207,600 km², making it the 84th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 44 people per km² ranks 142nd of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 5 countries: Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Russia, Ukraine.
- Belarus is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 9,109,280 people, Belarus holds about 4.8% of the population of Eastern Europe.
- With 2 official languages, Belarus has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Belarus is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Belarus
Everyday Russian phrases you will hear and use in Belarus:
| English | Russian |
|---|---|
| Hello | Здравствуйте (Zdravstvuyte) |
| Thank you | Спасибо (Spasibo) |
| Please | Пожалуйста (Pozhaluysta) |
| Goodbye | До свидания (Do svidaniya) |
| Yes | Да (Da) |
| No | Нет (Nyet) |
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 Belarus — FAQ
What language do they speak in Belarus?
The official languages of Belarus are Russian and Belarusian.
How many official languages does Belarus have?
Belarus has 2 official languages: Russian, Belarusian.
Is Russian spoken anywhere else?
Russian is also an official language in 6 other countries.
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