English Language Challenge

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What language family does English belong to?

English belongs to the Indo-European language family.

Who are the speakers of English called?

The speakers of English are called Anglophones.

Which ancient Germanic people are the namesake of the English language?

The Angles, one of the ancient Germanic peoples, are the namesake of the English language.

What is the ranking of English as a native language in terms of speakers?

English is the third-most spoken native language, after Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. Signup and view all the answers

How many sovereign states have English as an official language or one of the official languages?

English is either the official language or one of the official languages in 59 sovereign states. Signup and view all the answers

What is the ranking of English as the most spoken language in the world?

English is the most spoken language in the world. Signup and view all the answers

How many sovereign states have English as an official language or one of the official languages?

English is either the official language or one of the official languages in 59 sovereign states. Signup and view all the answers

What organizations consider English as a co-official language?

English is a co-official language of the United Nations, the European Union, and many other international and regional organisations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of English in the United States and the United Kingdom?

In the United States or United Kingdom, English is the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law. Signup and view all the answers

What is the position of English as a second language in the world?

English is the most widely learned second language in the world, with more second-language speakers than native speakers. Signup and view all the answers