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What countiers speak English?

It's not as simple as saying "these countries speak English". Here's why, and a breakdown:

It depends on what you mean by "speak English":

* Official Language: This means English is used in government, education, and official documents. These countries are:

* North America: Canada, USA, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago.

* Europe: United Kingdom, Ireland

* Africa: Botswana, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

* Asia: Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka

* Oceania: Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu

* Widely Spoken: English is a common language in many places, but not necessarily the official language. It's used in business, tourism, media, and more. This category includes countries like:

* Europe: Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Portugal

* Asia: China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Macau

* Africa: Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, South Sudan, Sudan, Ethiopia

* Latin America: Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Peru

* Oceania: French Polynesia, New Caledonia

* As a Second Language: Many people in countries where English is not the official language have learned it. This is especially true in countries with a strong history of British or American influence.

Important Considerations:

* Regional Differences: English has many different dialects and accents. Understanding spoken English can be a challenge even within a country.

* Language Proficiency: Just because a country has English as an official language doesn't mean everyone speaks it fluently.

* Language Policies: Some countries have official policies about language use, while others are more relaxed.

So, the answer to your question is complex. The list of countries where English is spoken can be extensive depending on your criteria. It's always best to be specific about what you mean by "speak English" when asking this kind of question.

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