What Language Do They Speak in Mauritius?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Mauritius has 3 official languages: English, French, Mauritian Creole. English is also an official language in 58 other countries worldwide.
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Languages of Mauritius at a glance
| Official languages | English, French, Mauritian Creole |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 3 |
| Countries on this site where English is official | 59 |
| People (demonym) | Mauritian |
| Capital | Port Louis |
| Internet domain | .mu |
Other countries where English is official
English is also an official language in 58 other countries covered here:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Botswana
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Dominica
- Eritrea
- Eswatini
- Fiji
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Grenada
- Guyana
- India
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Malawi
…and 34 more.
Mauritius in context
- Mauritius covers 2,040 km², making it the 170th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 610 people per km² ranks 11th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- Mauritius has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 1,243,741 people, Mauritius holds about 0.3% of the population of Eastern Africa.
- With 3 official languages, Mauritius has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Mauritius is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Mauritius
Everyday French phrases you will hear and use in Mauritius:
| English | French |
|---|---|
| Hello | Bonjour |
| Thank you | Merci |
| Please | S'il vous plaît |
| Goodbye | Au revoir |
| Yes | Oui |
| No | Non |
Everyday Mauritian Creole phrases you will hear and use in Mauritius:
| English | Mauritian Creole |
|---|---|
| Hello | Bonzour |
| Thank you | Mersi |
| Please | Silvouple |
| Goodbye | Orevwar |
| Yes | Wi |
| 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 Mauritius — FAQ
What language do they speak in Mauritius?
The official languages of Mauritius are English, French and Mauritian Creole.
How many official languages does Mauritius have?
Mauritius has 3 official languages: English, French, Mauritian Creole.
Is English spoken anywhere else?
English is also an official language in 58 other countries.
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