What Language Do They Speak in Czechia?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Czechia has 2 official languages: Czech, Slovak.
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Languages of Czechia at a glance
| Official languages | Czech, Slovak |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 2 |
| Countries on this site where Czech is official | 1 |
| People (demonym) | Czech |
| Capital | Prague |
| Internet domain | .cz |
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Czechia in context
- Czechia covers 78,865 km², making it the 114th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 138 people per km² ranks 68th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: Austria, Germany, Poland, Slovakia.
- Czechia is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 10,882,341 people, Czechia holds about 14.6% of the population of Central Europe.
- With 2 official languages, Czechia has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Czechia is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Czechia
Everyday Czech phrases you will hear and use in Czechia:
| English | Czech |
|---|---|
| Hello | Dobrý den |
| Thank you | Děkuji |
| Please | Prosím |
| Goodbye | Na shledanou |
| Yes | Ano |
| No | Ne |
Everyday Slovak phrases you will hear and use in Czechia:
| English | Slovak |
|---|---|
| Hello | Dobrý deň |
| Thank you | Ďakujem |
| Please | Prosím |
| Goodbye | Dovidenia |
| Yes | Áno |
| No | Nie |
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 Czechia — FAQ
What language do they speak in Czechia?
The official languages of Czechia are Czech and Slovak.
How many official languages does Czechia have?
Czechia has 2 official languages: Czech, Slovak.
Is Czech spoken anywhere else?
Czechia is the only country on this site where Czech is an official language.
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