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English is so widely spoken today because the Great British empire was extremely large and had acquired land in every continent. This made England very powerful and English soon turned into the main language of communication between the British empire and its subjects, between European colonial rivals and with people who wished to trade with British merchants.
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FranEnglish is spoken in many countries due to historical factors such as British colonization and the spread of English as a global language of trade and diplomacy. Additionally, the dominance of English in media, technology, and international business has contributed to its widespread use around the world.
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What is the most spoken language in the world besides English?
Mandarin Chinese is the most spoken language in the world besides English. It is the official language of China and is also spoken in other countries such as Taiwan and Singapore.
Why is English spoken in other countries?
English is spoken in other countries for various reasons, including colonization by British powers, globalization, economic opportunities, education, and the influence of American popular culture. It has become a global lingua franca for business, travel, and communication among people from different linguistic backgrounds.
How many countreis specks English?
There are 60 independent countries that have English as an official language or a default language. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_where_English_is_an_official_language
How many countries have english as their first language?
There are 22 countries in the world that have English as their primary language. There are also several other countries where English is the official language, although it is not the one that is primarily spoken.
How many continents speak another language but English?
All the continents except Antarctica consists of different countries that each speak their own language. Most educated people in these countries use English as a 2nd language, French and German also Spanish are spoken in these countries.
