What Language Do They Speak in Mauritania?

The flag of Mauritania has a green field with a thin red horizontal band at the top and bottom of the field. At the center of the field is a five-pointed yellow star above an upward facing yellow crescent.
Official language of Mauritania Arabic

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

The official language of Mauritania is Arabic. Arabic is also an official language in 24 other countries worldwide.

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Languages in Mauritania — FAQ

What language do they speak in Mauritania?

The official language of Mauritania is Arabic.

How many official languages does Mauritania have?

Mauritania has 1 official language: Arabic.

Is Arabic spoken anywhere else?

Arabic is also an official language in 24 other countries.

🌍 All facts about Mauritania 🏛️ Capital: Nouakchott 💰 Currency: Mauritanian ouguiya

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