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What 3 main languages are spoken in the islands that make up Caribbean?

It's tricky to pin down just *three* main languages for the entire Caribbean as it's a diverse region. But, considering the most widely spoken languages across the islands, we can say:

1. English: This is the official language of many Caribbean islands, including Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and many of the smaller islands.

2. Spanish: This is the official language of Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and many islands in the Lesser Antilles.

3. French: Many islands are former French colonies, including Haiti, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and St. Martin. French is the official language of these.

It's important to remember that this is a simplification. Many other languages are spoken in the Caribbean, including:

* Dutch: Aruba, Curaçao, and Sint Maarten

* Haitian Creole: Haiti

* Papiamento: Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire

* Indigenous languages: While many have faded, some are still spoken on islands like Dominica (Carib) and the Bahamas (Arawak).

The Caribbean is a fascinating linguistic tapestry!

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