Google Translate
Google Translate is a free translator for Kyrgyz and Russian, the two languages of Kyrgyzstan, with text, voice and camera translation for signs, menus and talking to drivers and guesthouse hosts.
What it helps with
- Talking to a driver or a guesthouse hostConversation mode translates Russian or Kyrgyz speech aloud in both directions.
- Reading signs and menusPoint the camera at a sign or menu in Kyrgyz or Russian to see the translation.
- Translation in the mountains without signalDownloaded language packs keep text translation working offline.
About Google Translate
Google Translate supports both Kyrgyz and Russian. In Kyrgyzstan signs, menus and documents are written in Kyrgyz or Russian, and Russian is widely spoken in Bishkek and in tourism. The app translates typed text, speech in conversation mode, and text in photos taken with the camera.
Key Features
- Kyrgyz and Russian: Both official languages of the country are supported.
- Conversation mode: Two people speak in turn and the app translates aloud.
- Camera translation: Point the camera at a sign or menu to read it.
- Offline languages: Language packs can be downloaded for use without internet.
How to Get Started
- Install Google Translate or open translate.google.com.
- Choose Kyrgyz or Russian as the language to translate to and from.
- Download the language for offline use while you have Wi-Fi.
- Use the camera for signs and conversation mode for taxis and guesthouses.
Before you use it
- Limits: Voice and camera translation are more reliable in Russian than in Kyrgyz.
- Good to know: Download the Kyrgyz and Russian packs over Wi-Fi: there is often no signal on mountain roads.
Foreign card OK
English available
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Google Translate work with a foreign bank card in Kyrgyzstan?
- Yes — Google Translate accepts foreign-issued cards in Kyrgyzstan.
- Is Google Translate available in English?
- Yes, Google Translate has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Google Translate?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Google Translate.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Google Translate?
- No, Google Translate doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Google Translate?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does Google Translate cost?
- Free