Malaysia’s official language is Bahasa Malaysia (Malay), but English is widely spoken, particularly in business, education, and tourism. Mandarin, Cantonese, Tamil, and various indigenous languages like Iban and Kadazan are also spoken.
The Malaysian way of speaking English, known as Manglish, blends English with local slang and influences from Chinese and Malay, often using words like “lah” at the end of sentences. Signage and public communication are bilingual or trilingual, making it easy for travelers to navigate.
The multilingual nature of Malaysia enhances its cultural richness, with many Malaysians effortlessly switching between languages in daily conversations.