What Language Do They Speak in Somalia?

The flag of Somalia features a large five-pointed white star centered on a light blue field.
Official languages of Somalia Arabic, Somali

Somalia has 2 official languages: Arabic, Somali. Arabic is also an official language in 24 other countries worldwide.

Languages in Somalia โ€” FAQ

What language do they speak in Somalia?

The official languages of Somalia are Arabic and Somali.

How many official languages does Somalia have?

Somalia has 2 official languages: Arabic, Somali.

Is Arabic spoken anywhere else?

Arabic is also an official language in 24 other countries.

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๐ŸŒ All facts about Somalia ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Capital: Mogadishu ๐Ÿ’ฐ Currency: Somali shilling

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