Italian is the first language of Sardinia, although the rich Sardinian language, Sardo is still widely spoken by 78% of the population. Many young people, especially Students will speak very good English.
If you are travelling to Sardinia, you may want to learn a few Italian phrases to be polite. Many Sardinia’s will speak English as their second language and younger Sardinians are likely to have been taught English at school.
Around the coastal areas of Sardinia, you will have no problems navigating your way around or ordering food at a restaurant. These touristic areas of Sardinia are more prepared for tourists.