What Language Do They Speak in Tonga?
Official languages of Tonga
Tongan, English
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Tonga has 2 official languages: Tongan, English.
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Languages of Tonga at a glance
| Official languages | Tongan, English |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 2 |
| Countries on this site where Tongan is official | 1 |
| People (demonym) | Tongan |
| Capital | Nuku'alofa |
| Internet domain | .to |
Tonga in context
- Tonga covers 747 km², making it the 176th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 134 people per km² ranks 70th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- Tonga has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 100,179 people, Tonga holds about 31.7% of the population of Polynesia.
- With 2 official languages, Tonga has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Tonga is a member state of the United Nations.
Languages in Tonga — FAQ
What language do they speak in Tonga?
The official languages of Tonga are Tongan and English.
How many official languages does Tonga have?
Tonga has 2 official languages: Tongan, English.
Is Tongan spoken anywhere else?
Tonga is the only country on this site where Tongan is an official language.
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