SA

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is a country in Asia that is home to 35,845,000 people. It is also home to 7 living indigenous languages. One of these, Standard Arabic, is the official language of the country. In addition, 4 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

    35,845,000

    people

    7

    living languages

    95%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

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

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