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How many native speakers does Bengali have as of 2017?
How many native speakers does Bengali have as of 2017?
- 234 million (correct)
- 150 million
- 200 million
- 300 million
Which position does Bengali hold in terms of the total number of speakers in the world?
Which position does Bengali hold in terms of the total number of speakers in the world?
- Seventh most spoken language (correct)
- Fifth most spoken language
- Ninth most spoken language
- Tenth most spoken language
What is the rank of Bengali among the Indo-European languages in terms of native speakers?
What is the rank of Bengali among the Indo-European languages in terms of native speakers?
- Third most spoken Indo-European language
- Fourth most spoken Indo-European language
- Second most spoken Indo-European language
- Fifth most spoken Indo-European language (correct)
What percentage of Bangladeshis use Bengali as their first language?
What percentage of Bangladeshis use Bengali as their first language?
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Which language is the fastest growing language in India, following Hindi?
Which language is the fastest growing language in India, following Hindi?
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Study Notes
Bengali Language Facts
- As of 2017, Bengali has approximately 230 million native speakers.
- Bengali ranks as the seventh most spoken language in the world, based on total number of speakers.
- Among Indo-European languages, Bengali is the second largest in terms of native speakers, following Hindi.
- Around 98% of Bangladesh's population uses Bengali as their first language.
- Following Hindi, Bengali is the fastest growing language in India, reflecting its increasing prominence.
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Test your knowledge of the Bengali language and its cultural significance with this quiz. Explore vocabulary, grammar, and common phrases while gaining insights into the rich linguistic heritage of the Bengal region in South Asia.
