What Language Do They Speak in Tuvalu?
Official languages of Tuvalu
Tuvaluan, English
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Tuvalu has 2 official languages: Tuvaluan, English.
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Languages of Tuvalu at a glance
| Official languages | Tuvaluan, English |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 2 |
| Countries on this site where Tuvaluan is official | 1 |
| People (demonym) | Tuvaluan |
| Capital | Funafuti |
| Internet domain | .tv |
Tuvalu in context
- Tuvalu covers 26 km², making it the 193rd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 409 people per km² ranks 23rd of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- Tuvalu has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 10,643 people, Tuvalu holds about 3.4% of the population of Polynesia.
- With 2 official languages, Tuvalu has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Tuvalu is a member state of the United Nations.
Languages in Tuvalu — FAQ
What language do they speak in Tuvalu?
The official languages of Tuvalu are Tuvaluan and English.
How many official languages does Tuvalu have?
Tuvalu has 2 official languages: Tuvaluan, English.
Is Tuvaluan spoken anywhere else?
Tuvalu is the only country on this site where Tuvaluan is an official language.
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