They speak French in Monaco as the only official language, but several other languages are common in daily life.

Main official language

  • French is the sole official language used in government, laws, schools, and most media in Monaco.
  • Visitors will see French on road signs, official documents, menus, and public information everywhere in the principality.

Other common languages

  • Italian is widely spoken because a significant share of Monaco’s residents are of Italian origin.
  • English is also frequently used in business, tourism, and among expatriates and visitors.

Local traditional language

  • Monégasque is the historic local language, related to the Ligurian dialects of Italy.
  • It is spoken fluently by only a minority today but appears on some street signs and is taught in schools to help preserve local identity.

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