Dominican Republic: primary language is Spanish — English gets you by in tourist areas, but is inconsistent elsewhere.
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The primary language in Dominican Republic is Spanish.
English gets you by in tourist areas, but is inconsistent elsewhere. Common at resorts and in tourist zones, much more limited outside them.
Learning "hello," "please," "thank you," "excuse me," and "the check please" in the local language goes a long way anywhere, including Dominican Republic — locals consistently appreciate the effort.
Yes — an offline translation app is genuinely useful in Dominican Republic, especially outside major tourist areas.