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What countries speak English as their foreign language?

It's not really accurate to say a country "speaks English as a foreign language". Instead, we talk about English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL). These terms refer to individuals who are learning English, not the country itself.

Here's why:

* English is a global language spoken by millions around the world, regardless of their native tongue.

* Many countries have English as an official language but their native language is different. For example, India, Nigeria, and the Philippines all have English as an official language, but their native languages are Hindi, various Nigerian languages, and Filipino, respectively.

Instead of focusing on countries, we can look at regions or demographics where English is widely used:

* Many countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America have a significant number of people learning English as a second or foreign language.

* In business, academia, and technology, English is often the preferred language for communication.

* The internet and social media have also contributed to the global reach of English.

To give you a more specific answer, you could ask:

* "What countries have the highest percentage of English speakers?"

* "What countries use English in their education system?"

* "What are the most popular English-learning resources in [specific country]?"

This will allow for a more relevant and insightful answer.

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