What Language Do They Speak in Tajikistan?

The flag of Tajikistan is composed of three horizontal bands of red, white and green in the ratio of 2:3:2. A golden-yellow crown surmounted by an arc of seven five-pointed golden-yellow stars is centered in the white band.
Official languages of Tajikistan Russian, Tajik

Tajikistan has 2 official languages: Russian, Tajik. Russian is also an official language in 6 other countries worldwide.

Languages in Tajikistan — FAQ

What language do they speak in Tajikistan?

The official languages of Tajikistan are Russian and Tajik.

How many official languages does Tajikistan have?

Tajikistan has 2 official languages: Russian, Tajik.

Is Russian spoken anywhere else?

Russian is also an official language in 6 other countries.

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🌍 All facts about Tajikistan 🏛️ Capital: Dushanbe 💰 Currency: Tajikistani somoni

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