What Language Do They Speak in Eritrea?

The flag of Eritrea comprises three triangles — a large red isosceles triangle with its base spanning the hoist end and its apex at the midpoint on the fly end, and a green and blue right-angled triangle above and beneath the red triangle. On the hoist side of the red triangle is a golden vertical olive branch encircled by a golden olive wreath.
Official languages of Eritrea Arabic, English, Tigrinya

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

Eritrea has 3 official languages: Arabic, English, Tigrinya. Arabic is also an official language in 24 other countries worldwide.

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Languages in Eritrea — FAQ

What language do they speak in Eritrea?

The official languages of Eritrea are Arabic and English and Tigrinya.

How many official languages does Eritrea have?

Eritrea has 3 official languages: Arabic, English, Tigrinya.

Is Arabic spoken anywhere else?

Arabic is also an official language in 24 other countries.

🌍 All facts about Eritrea 🏛️ Capital: Asmara 💰 Currency: Eritrean nakfa

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