What Language Do They Speak in Bhutan?
Official language of Bhutan
Dzongkha
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The official language of Bhutan is Dzongkha.
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Languages of Bhutan at a glance
| Official language | Dzongkha |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 1 |
| Countries on this site where Dzongkha is official | 1 |
| People (demonym) | Bhutanese |
| Capital | Thimphu |
| Internet domain | .bt |
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Bhutan in context
- Bhutan covers 38,394 km², making it the 133rd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 20 people per km² ranks 167th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 2 countries: China, India.
- Bhutan is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 784,043 people, Bhutan holds less than 0.1% of the population of Southern Asia.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Bhutan is a member state of the United Nations.
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Languages in Bhutan — FAQ
What language do they speak in Bhutan?
The official language of Bhutan is Dzongkha.
How many official languages does Bhutan have?
Bhutan has 1 official language: Dzongkha.
Is Dzongkha spoken anywhere else?
Bhutan is the only country on this site where Dzongkha is an official language.
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