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What countries have English as a foreign language?

It's not quite accurate to say a country has "English as a foreign language". Instead, we talk about countries where English is a second language, official language, or widely spoken language. Here's a breakdown:

English as a Second Language:

* This means English is spoken by a large portion of the population, but it's not the primary language.

* Many countries in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Philippines, South Africa, and Singapore fall into this category.

English as an Official Language:

* This means English is recognized as an official language alongside other languages.

* Many countries in Africa (e.g., Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania), Asia (e.g., India, Singapore, Malaysia), and the Caribbean (e.g., Jamaica, Barbados) have English as an official language.

English as a Widely Spoken Language:

* This means English is spoken by a significant portion of the population, even if it's not officially recognized.

* This includes countries like China, Japan, Brazil, and Russia, where English is commonly used in business, education, and tourism.

It's important to note that even within these categories, the level of English proficiency varies greatly.

For a more accurate list, it's best to search for "countries where English is an official language," "countries where English is a second language," or "countries where English is widely spoken."

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