Posted on Jan 06, 2026 / Travel

The official language of Turkmenistan is Turkmen. Turkmen belongs to the Turkic language family. Russian is also widely understood, especially in cities. English is taught in schools but is less commonly used. Many older residents speak Russian fluently. Language policy promotes the use of Turkmen in public life. This reflects the country’s focus on national identity.
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