An official language is a language that is given a special legal status in a particular country, state, or other jurisdiction. Typically a country's official language refers to the language used within government (e.g., courts, parliament, administration). Since "the means of expression of a people cannot be changed by any law", the term "official language" does not typically refer to the language used by a people or country, but by its government.
Worldwide 178 countries have at least one official language, and 101 of these recognise more than one language. Many of the world's constitutions mention one or more official and/or national languages. Some countries use the official language designation to empower indigenous groups by giving them access to the government in their native languages. In countries that do not formally designate an official language, a de facto national language usually evolves. English is the most common official language, with recognized status in 51 countries. Arabic, French, and Spanish are also widely recognized.
List of territorial entities where English is an official language
The following is a list of territories where English is an official language, that is, a language used in citizen interactions with government officials. In 2015, there were 67 sovereign states and 27 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language. Many country subdivisions have declared English an official language at the local or regional level.
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire. Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was formerly a Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire maintained control only in World War II and shortly after (1941–1952). English is the sole official language of the Commonwealth of Nations. English is one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympic Committee. Although English is not an official language at the national level in the United States, many states and territories within the United States have English as an official language.
List of territorial entities where English is an official language
List of territorial entities where English is an official language
The following is a list of territories where English is an official language, that is, a language used in citizen interactions with government officials In 2015, there were 54 sovereign states and 27 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language Many country subdivisions have declared English an official language at the local or regional level
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was formerly a Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire maintained control only in World War II and shortly after 1941–1952 English is the sole official language of the Commonwealt...
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List of countries where English is an official language
The following is a list of sovereign states and non-sovereign entities where English is an official language, i.e., the language of government. In 2012, there were 60 sovereign states and 28 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language.
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire. Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was a former Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire spanned its control only in World War II and shortly after (1941-1952). English is the sole official language of the Commonwealth of Nations. English is one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympic Committee. Although English is not an offici...
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Why Doesn't the US Have an Official Language?
Why Does the US Have No Official Language? #shorts | The United States's official language isn't English, but infact... nothing. Let me explain.
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English in the world: A very brief history of a global language
English today is a truly global language. It’s used all across the world, for everything from finance to popular culture.
But how did a language that was once spoken by just a few tribes on an island off the coast of continental Europe end up becoming the world’s pre-eminent lingua franca? And how has the language changed over the centuries as it has spread around the globe? This short animation about English in the world explains all!
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English should be an official language// GD on topic English language should be an official language
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English a Global Language
English a Global Language
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Senator aims to make English official language of the U.S.
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List of territorial entities where English is an official language
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List of territorial entities where English is an official language
The following is a list of territories where English is an official language, that is, a language used in citizen interactions with government officials In 2015, there were 54 sovereign states and 27 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language Many country subdivisions have declared English an official language at the local or regional level
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was formerly a Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire maintained control only in World War II and shortly after 1941–1952 English is the sole official language of the Commonwealth of Nations English is one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympic Committee Although English is not an official language at the national level in the United States, many states and territories within the United States have English as an official language
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2 Non-sovereign entlist of territorial entities where english is an official language List of territorial entities where English is an official language
List of territorial entities where English is an official language
The following is a list of territories where English is an official language, that is, a language used in citizen interactions with government officials In 2015, there were 54 sovereign states and 27 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language Many country subdivisions have declared English an official language at the local or regional level
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was formerly a Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire maintained control only in World War II and shortly after 1941–1952 English is the sole official language of the Commonwealth of Nations English is one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympic Committee Although English is not an official language at the national level in the United States, many states and territories within the United States have English as an official language
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2 Non-sovereign entlist of territorial entities where english is an official language List of territorial entities where English is an official language
The following is a list of sovereign states and non-sovereign entities where English is an official language, i.e., the language of government. In 2012, there w...
The following is a list of sovereign states and non-sovereign entities where English is an official language, i.e., the language of government. In 2012, there were 60 sovereign states and 28 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language.
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire. Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was a former Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire spanned its control only in World War II and shortly after (1941-1952). English is the sole official language of the Commonwealth of Nations. English is one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympic Committee. Although English is not an official language in the United States many states and regions within the U.S. do have English as an official language.
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The following is a list of sovereign states and non-sovereign entities where English is an official language, i.e., the language of government. In 2012, there were 60 sovereign states and 28 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language.
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire. Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was a former Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire spanned its control only in World War II and shortly after (1941-1952). English is the sole official language of the Commonwealth of Nations. English is one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympic Committee. Although English is not an official language in the United States many states and regions within the U.S. do have English as an official language.
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Why Does the US Have No Official Language? #shorts | The United States's official language isn't English, but infact... nothing. Let me explain.
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English today is a truly global language. It’s used all across the world, for everything from finance to popular culture.
But how did a language that was onc...
English today is a truly global language. It’s used all across the world, for everything from finance to popular culture.
But how did a language that was once spoken by just a few tribes on an island off the coast of continental Europe end up becoming the world’s pre-eminent lingua franca? And how has the language changed over the centuries as it has spread around the globe? This short animation about English in the world explains all!
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English today is a truly global language. It’s used all across the world, for everything from finance to popular culture.
But how did a language that was once spoken by just a few tribes on an island off the coast of continental Europe end up becoming the world’s pre-eminent lingua franca? And how has the language changed over the centuries as it has spread around the globe? This short animation about English in the world explains all!
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In this discussion, students are talking about a controversial topic "English language should be an official language or not "???
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Tom Basile makes a case to make English the official language of the United States of America, how it helps unite the nation and more on NEWSMAX's Sunday Report...
Tom Basile makes a case to make English the official language of the United States of America, how it helps unite the nation and more on NEWSMAX's Sunday Report
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List of territorial entities where English is an official language
The following is a list of territories where English is an official language, that is, a language used in citizen interactions with government officials In 2015, there were 54 sovereign states and 27 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language Many country subdivisions have declared English an official language at the local or regional level
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was formerly a Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire maintained control only in World War II and shortly after 1941–1952 English is the sole official language of the Commonwealth of Nations English is one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympic Committee Although English is not an official language at the national level in the United States, many states and territories within the United States have English as an official language
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2 Non-sovereign entlist of territorial entities where english is an official language List of territorial entities where English is an official language
The following is a list of sovereign states and non-sovereign entities where English is an official language, i.e., the language of government. In 2012, there were 60 sovereign states and 28 non-sovereign entities where English was an official language.
The majority of countries where English is an official language are former territories of the British Empire. Notable exceptions include Rwanda, which was a former Belgian colony, and Eritrea, which was an Italian colony where the British Empire spanned its control only in World War II and shortly after (1941-1952). English is the sole official language of the Commonwealth of Nations. English is one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympic Committee. Although English is not an official language in the United States many states and regions within the U.S. do have English as an official language.
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English today is a truly global language. It’s used all across the world, for everything from finance to popular culture.
But how did a language that was once spoken by just a few tribes on an island off the coast of continental Europe end up becoming the world’s pre-eminent lingua franca? And how has the language changed over the centuries as it has spread around the globe? This short animation about English in the world explains all!
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Transcript link - http://media-podcast.open.ac.uk/feeds/3998_youtubeuploadsfriday/20201204T112945_Transcript-English_in_the_world-A_very_brief_history_of_a_global_language.pdf
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Tom Basile makes a case to make English the official language of the United States of America, how it helps unite the nation and more on NEWSMAX's Sunday Report
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An official language is a language that is given a special legal status in a particular country, state, or other jurisdiction. Typically a country's official language refers to the language used within government (e.g., courts, parliament, administration). Since "the means of expression of a people cannot be changed by any law", the term "official language" does not typically refer to the language used by a people or country, but by its government.
Worldwide 178 countries have at least one official language, and 101 of these recognise more than one language. Many of the world's constitutions mention one or more official and/or national languages. Some countries use the official language designation to empower indigenous groups by giving them access to the government in their native languages. In countries that do not formally designate an official language, a de facto national language usually evolves. English is the most common official language, with recognized status in 51 countries. Arabic, French, and Spanish are also widely recognized.