In this article, we will be taking a look at the 5 most multilingual countries in the world. If you wish to learn about the global language learning market, head straight to the 20 Most Multilingual Countries In The World.
5. The United States Of America
Total Official Languages: 350
In the United States, English is the primary language spoken by about 78% of the population, making the USA stand fifth among the most multilingual countries in the world. However, nearly 1 in 5 people, approximately 67.8 million, talk about a language other than English at home, as per the U.S. Census Bureau. Spanish is the most prevalent non-English language, spoken by 62% of those who use a different language at home. Other commonly spoken languages in the U.S. include Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, and Arabic.
1. Papua New Guinea
Total Official Languages: 840
Papua New Guinea, the world’s most linguistically diverse country, boasts around 840 languages with various speaker populations. It has three official languages post-independence: English, Tok Pisin (a Creole), and Hiri Motu, and sign language was added in 2015. Despite this, the country’s rugged terrain and rural population (approximately 87%) have allowed many languages to survive, with some villages remaining isolated and untouched by the outside world.
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