Here's why:
* Official vs. Spoken Languages: Some countries recognize a certain number of official languages, but many more languages are spoken within their borders.
* Definition of "Language": What qualifies as a distinct language can be debated. Dialects, creoles, and minority languages can all be considered separate languages depending on the criteria used.
To help me narrow down the possibilities, could you please tell me:
* What type of languages are you interested in? (Official, spoken, minority, etc.)
* What region of the world are you thinking of?
Once I have more information, I can give you a more accurate answer.