What Language Do They Speak in Marshall Islands?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Marshall Islands has 2 official languages: Marshallese, English.
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Languages of Marshall Islands at a glance
| Official languages | Marshallese, English |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 2 |
| Countries on this site where Marshallese is official | 1 |
| People (demonym) | Marshallese |
| Capital | Majuro |
| Internet domain | .mh |
Marshall Islands in context
- Marshall Islands covers 181 km², making it the 190th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 234 people per km² ranks 44th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- Marshall Islands has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 42,418 people, Marshall Islands holds about 14.3% of the population of Micronesia.
- With 2 official languages, Marshall Islands has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Marshall Islands is a member state of the United Nations.
Languages in Marshall Islands — FAQ
What language do they speak in Marshall Islands?
The official languages of Marshall Islands are Marshallese and English.
How many official languages does Marshall Islands have?
Marshall Islands has 2 official languages: Marshallese, English.
Is Marshallese spoken anywhere else?
Marshall Islands is the only country on this site where Marshallese is an official language.
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