5 Questions
Which language has been used as a lingua franca in the Indonesian archipelago for centuries?
Malay
What is the population of Indonesia?
Over 270 million
Which of the following languages has influenced the vocabulary of Indonesian?
Dutch
What is the most widely spoken language in Indonesia?
Indonesian
Which languages are commonly used at home and within the local community in Indonesia?
Javanese and Sundanese
Study Notes
Indonesian Language and Demographics
- Malay has been used as a lingua franca in the Indonesian archipelago for centuries.
- Indonesia has a population of approximately 273 million people.
- Indonesian vocabulary has been influenced by several languages, including Arabic, Dutch, and English.
- Indonesian is the most widely spoken language in Indonesia.
- At home and within the local community, people commonly use regional languages, such as Javanese, Sundanese, and Madurese, in addition to Indonesian.
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