How Much English is Spoken in Brunei?
Question: I don’t speak a word of Malay. Is it difficult to get by just with English?
Answer: Bruneian Malay is the official language of Brunei; a closely-related tongue of Malaysian Malay. English and Chinese Mandarin are also widely spoken and understood, however, and you won’t have any problems checking into hotels and using taxis in English. Road signs are in Arabic and Roman scripts.
More Brunei FAQs
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Planning, Visas and Red Tape
- Why visit Brunei? What attractions are there to see?
- What are Brunei's visa requirements?
- What are the best itineraries in Brunei for 2, 7 and 14 day trips?
- How much english is spoken in Brunei?
- Where should I go in Brunei?
Weather and Climate
- What is the best time of year to visit Brunei?
- What is the climate like in Brunei?
- What are the different seasons in Brunei, and what's each month like?
Accommodations and Lodging
- Is it easy to find budget accommodations in Brunei?
- In Brunei are fan rooms ok, or should I get air-conditioning?
Eating and Drinking
- How is the food in Brunei?
- Is it safe to drink the tap water in Brunei?
- What about the food in Brunei if I'm allergic to MSG?
- Is good vegetarian food available in Brunei?
- Will I be able to find Western food in Brunei?
Getting Around
- What are the transport options for getting around Brunei?
- Is it easy to rent a car in Brunei?
- How can I rent a car or motorcycle in Brunei?
- What is the Brunei bus system like?
- How is the train system in Brunei?
- Is it safe to take the train in Brunei?
- How is the domestic air service in Brunei?
- What about traveling by boat in Brunei?
- Is it easy to hitchhike in Brunei?
Health and Safety
- Is it safe to travel in Brunei?
- Is Brunei safe for women traveling alone?
- How is Brunei for children?
- Is malaria a problem in Brunei?
- How is the medical care in Brunei?
- Is diarrhea a problem in Brunei?
- Are there any major scams I need to look out for in Brunei?
Money and Costs
- How much money should I budget per day in Brunei?
- How can I save money in Brunei?
- Will I be able to find ATMs in Brunei?
- Can I have money sent to me in Brunei?
- In Brunei should I tip?
- Should I bring credit cards, traveler's checks or cash to Brunei?
Shopping and Bargaining
Technology - Computers and Internet
