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๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Russia Language โ€” What Do They Speak in Russia?

The official language of Russia is Russian. The country's name in Russian is ะ ะพััะธั.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Language Overview

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Primary Language
Russian
official language
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Native Name
ะ ะพััะธั
country name in Russian
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Calling Code
+7
international dialling

About the Russian Language in Russia

Russian is the official language of Russia, spoken by the majority of the country's 144.1M population.The language shapes everyday life, culture, media, education and government across Russia.

Language Tips for Travellers

The official language of Russia is Russian, which may be unfamiliar to many international travellers. Learning a few basic phrases in Russian is highly recommended โ€” locals greatly appreciate the effort. In larger cities and tourist areas, some English speakers can usually be found, but it's not guaranteed in rural areas.The country's name in the local language is ะ ะพััะธั, and the international calling code for $Russia is $+7.

๐ŸŒ Other Countries Speaking Russian

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Belarus
Belarusian / Russian
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Kazakhstan
Kazakh / Russian
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Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz / Russian
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Tajikistan
Tajik / Russian

Frequently Asked Questions

What language do they speak in Russia?

The official language of Russia is Russian.

Is English spoken in Russia?

English is not an official language of Russia. The official language is Russian. English may be spoken in tourist areas.

What is the name of Russia in its own language?

Russia is called "ะ ะพััะธั" in Russian.

How many official languages does Russia have?

Russia has one official language: Russian.

What is the calling code for Russia?

The international dialling code for Russia is +7.

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