What Language Do They Speak in Myanmar?

The flag of Myanmar is composed of three equal horizontal bands of yellow, green and red, with a large five-pointed white star superimposed at the center of the field.
Official language of Myanmar Burmese

The official language of Myanmar is Burmese.

Languages in Myanmar — FAQ

What language do they speak in Myanmar?

The official language of Myanmar is Burmese.

How many official languages does Myanmar have?

Myanmar has 1 official language: Burmese.

Is Burmese spoken anywhere else?

Myanmar is the only country on this site where Burmese is an official language.

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🌍 All facts about Myanmar 🏛️ Capital: Naypyidaw 💰 Currency: Burmese kyat

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