What Language Do They Speak in Croatia?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The official language of Croatia is Croatian. Croatian is also an official language in 1 other country worldwide.
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Languages of Croatia at a glance
| Official language | Croatian |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 1 |
| Countries on this site where Croatian is official | 2 |
| People (demonym) | Croatian |
| Capital | Zagreb |
| Internet domain | .hr |
Other countries where Croatian is official
Croatian is also an official language in 1 other country covered here:
Languages of neighbouring countries
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian |
|---|---|
| Hungary | Hungarian |
| Montenegro | Montenegrin |
| Serbia | Serbian |
| Slovenia | Slovene |
Croatia in context
- Croatia covers 56,594 km², making it the 124th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 68 people per km² ranks 118th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 5 countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hungary, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia.
- With 3,866,233 people, Croatia holds about 8.5% of the population of Southeast Europe.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Croatia is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Croatia
Everyday Croatian phrases you will hear and use in Croatia:
| English | Croatian |
|---|---|
| Hello | Bok |
| Thank you | Hvala |
| Please | Molim |
| Goodbye | Doviđenja |
| Yes | Da |
| No | Ne |
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 Croatia — FAQ
What language do they speak in Croatia?
The official language of Croatia is Croatian.
How many official languages does Croatia have?
Croatia has 1 official language: Croatian.
Is Croatian spoken anywhere else?
Croatian is also an official language in 1 other country.
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