Austria: primary language is German — English is widely spoken, especially in cities and tourist areas.
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The primary language in Austria is German.
English is widely spoken, especially in cities and tourist areas. Widely spoken, especially among younger people and in Vienna and tourist areas.
Learning "hello," "please," "thank you," "excuse me," and "the check please" in the local language goes a long way anywhere, including Austria — locals consistently appreciate the effort.
It's rarely necessary given how widely English is understood in Austria, but it doesn't hurt to have one as a backup.