What Language Do They Speak in Luxembourg?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Luxembourg has 3 official languages: Luxembourgish, French, German.
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Languages of Luxembourg at a glance
| Official languages | Luxembourgish, French, German |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 3 |
| Countries on this site where Luxembourgish is official | 1 |
| People (demonym) | Luxembourger |
| Capital | Luxembourg |
| Internet domain | .lu |
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Luxembourg in context
- Luxembourg covers 2,586 km², making it the 169th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 264 people per km² ranks 39th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 3 countries: Belgium, France, Germany.
- Luxembourg is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 681,973 people, Luxembourg holds about 0.4% of the population of Western Europe.
- With 3 official languages, Luxembourg has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Luxembourg is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Luxembourg
Everyday Luxembourgish phrases you will hear and use in Luxembourg:
| English | Luxembourgish |
|---|---|
| Hello | Moien |
| Thank you | Merci |
| Please | Wann ech glift |
| Goodbye | Äddi |
| Yes | Jo |
| No | Nee |
Everyday French phrases you will hear and use in Luxembourg:
| English | French |
|---|---|
| Hello | Bonjour |
| Thank you | Merci |
| Please | S'il vous plaît |
| Goodbye | Au revoir |
| Yes | Oui |
| No | Non |
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 Luxembourg — FAQ
What language do they speak in Luxembourg?
The official languages of Luxembourg are Luxembourgish, French and German.
How many official languages does Luxembourg have?
Luxembourg has 3 official languages: Luxembourgish, French, German.
Is Luxembourgish spoken anywhere else?
Luxembourg is the only country on this site where Luxembourgish is an official language.
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