GR

Hellenic Republic

Greece

Greece is a country in Europe that is home to 10,543,000 people. It is also home to 15 living indigenous languages. One of these, Greek, is the official language of the country. Another, Turkish, is an official language in part of the country. In addition, 8 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. In formal education, 2 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    10,543,000

    people

    15

    living languages

    98%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 2
    2. 5
    3. 8
    4. 0

Greece has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.