Official Languages:
* French: This is the official language of New Caledonia and is widely spoken throughout the territory.
Regional Languages:
* Kanak Languages: These are a group of Austronesian languages spoken by the indigenous Kanak people. Some of the most prominent Kanak languages include:
* Drehu: Spoken in the Loyalty Islands.
* Nengone: Also spoken in the Loyalty Islands.
* Paicî: Spoken in the main island of Grande Terre.
* Xârâcùù: Spoken in the southern part of Grande Terre.
* Other Regional Languages:
* English: English is becoming increasingly common, particularly in the tourist industry.
* Wallisian: Spoken by a community of Wallisian immigrants.
* Tahitian: Spoken by a community of Tahitian immigrants.
* Vietnamese: Spoken by a community of Vietnamese immigrants.
In summary, New Caledonia has a diverse linguistic landscape with French as the official language and several regional languages, including Kanak languages, English, and languages spoken by immigrant communities.