Change the language of Google Assistant

You can change the language of Google Assistant or add an additional language to speak to Assistant in 2 languages. Changes to Assistant's language affect all Google Nest and Home devices linked to your account, but might take 24 hours to apply.

Note: Some devices might not support all languages in all regions.

Change Google Assistant's language

Before you change Google Assistant's language, make sure your mobile device or tablet is connected to the same Wi-Fi network or linked to the same account as your speaker or display.

To change your language:

Add a second language to Google Assistant

If you add a second language to Google Assistant, it can recognize either of the languages you've chosen. Before you add a language, make sure your mobile device or tablet is connected to the same Wi-Fi network or linked to the same account as your speaker or display.

To add a second language to Assistant:

Talk to Google Assistant in either language

It's easy to talk to Assistant when you've chosen more than one language. When you say "Hey Google" followed by a voice command, Assistant answers in the language you use after "Hey Google."

Google Assistant can't recognize more than one language in the same phrase. For example, "Hey Google, set a timer for drei Minuten."

Note: You can also change the voice of Google Assistant. This feature is available in the US.

Languages you can use

Google Assistant is available on each device in the following languages: