What Language Do They Speak in Kyrgyzstan?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Kyrgyzstan has 2 official languages: Kyrgyz, Russian.
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Languages of Kyrgyzstan at a glance
| Official languages | Kyrgyz, Russian |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 2 |
| Countries on this site where Kyrgyz is official | 1 |
| People (demonym) | Kirghiz |
| Capital | Bishkek |
| Internet domain | .kg |
Languages of neighbouring countries
| China | Chinese |
|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | Kazakh, Russian |
| Tajikistan | Tajik, Russian |
| Uzbekistan | Uzbek, Russian |
Kyrgyzstan in context
- Kyrgyzstan covers 199,951 km², making it the 85th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 36 people per km² ranks 146th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: China, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan.
- Kyrgyzstan is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 7,281,800 people, Kyrgyzstan holds about 8.8% of the population of Central Asia.
- With 2 official languages, Kyrgyzstan has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Kyrgyzstan is a member state of the United Nations.
Useful phrases for visitors to Kyrgyzstan
Everyday Russian phrases you will hear and use in Kyrgyzstan:
| 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 Kyrgyzstan — FAQ
What language do they speak in Kyrgyzstan?
The official languages of Kyrgyzstan are Kyrgyz and Russian.
How many official languages does Kyrgyzstan have?
Kyrgyzstan has 2 official languages: Kyrgyz, Russian.
Is Kyrgyz spoken anywhere else?
Kyrgyzstan is the only country on this site where Kyrgyz is an official language.
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