Uzbekistan · Education & Languages

Google Translate

Google Translate is a free translator for Uzbek and Russian, the two languages you meet in Uzbekistan, with text, voice and camera translation for signs, menus and conversations with taxi drivers.

What it helps with

Talking to a taxi driver or a sellerConversation mode translates Russian or Uzbek speech aloud in both directions.
Reading signs and menusPoint the camera at a sign or menu in Uzbek or Russian to see the translation.
Translation without mobile internetDownloaded language packs keep text translation working offline.

About Google Translate

Google Translate supports both Uzbek and Russian. In Uzbekistan street signs, menus and documents are written in Uzbek (Latin or Cyrillic script) or Russian, and many older people and taxi drivers speak Russian. The app translates typed text, speech in conversation mode, and text in photos taken with the camera.

Key Features

Uzbek and Russian: Both 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 Uzbek 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 shops.

Before you use it

Good to know: Uzbek is written in both Latin and Cyrillic script; if a Cyrillic sign does not translate as Uzbek, try Russian.
Limits: Voice and camera translation are more reliable in Russian than in Uzbek.

Foreign card OK English available

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Google Translate work with a foreign bank card in Uzbekistan?: Yes — Google Translate accepts foreign-issued cards in Uzbekistan.
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