Which tribe was the first to speak English?

There wasn't a single tribe that was the "first" to speak English. Here's why:

* English evolved over time: The language we know as English today developed gradually over centuries, with influences from various groups.

* Anglo-Saxon origins: The foundation of English is considered to be Old English, spoken by Germanic tribes (Angles, Saxons, and Jutes) who migrated to Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries AD. However, even these tribes didn't speak a single, uniform language.

* Viking influence: Later, the Vikings (from Scandinavia) brought their language and culture, influencing Old English with words like "berserk" and "skull."

* Norman Conquest: In 1066, the Norman Conquest brought French-speaking Normans to England. This drastically changed the language, adding a significant number of French words and influencing grammar and pronunciation.

Therefore, English didn't start with one specific tribe. It evolved over time, shaped by various influences.