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What is the origin of the English language?

The origin of the English language is in the early medieval England, with the speakers called Anglophones and originating from the Angles, one of the ancient Germanic peoples.

What is the status of English as a language in the world today?

English is the most spoken language in the world and the third-most spoken native language, after Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. It is also the most widely learned second language in the world.

How many sovereign states have English as an official language?

English is either the official language or one of the official languages in 59 sovereign states.

Name some countries where English is either the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law.

<p>In some countries, English is the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law, such as in the United States or United Kingdom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some international and regional organisations where English is a co-official language?

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

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

<p>third-most spoken native language</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many sovereign states have English as an official language?

<p>59</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name some international and regional organisations where English is a co-official language.

<p>United Nations, European Union, and many other international and regional organisations</p> Signup and view all the answers

In how many sovereign states is English either the official language or one of the official languages?

<p>59</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what capacity does English exist as a language in the United States and the United Kingdom?

<p>sole or dominant language for historical reasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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