This is a ranking of languages by number of sovereign countries in which they are de jure or de facto official, co-official, an administrative or working language.

Jun 27, 2022 · Welcome to the ultimate A to Z list of languages! From Afrikaans to Zulu, this article presents an extensive overview of all the languages in the world.

From widely spoken languages like English, Spanish, and Mandarin to lesser-known languages like Basque, Ainu, and Cherokee, each language carries its own unique history and cultural …

Languages by continent and a list with the number of native speakers of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Some languages are less widely spoken (1,500 languages with less than 1,000 speakers), while others are spoken across different countries. Here’s a roundup of the different languages …

More than 7,000 languages are spoken today. We explore exactly how many there are, their geographic distribution, and compare endangered languages with the world's largest languages.

Dec 13, 2025 · A look at the countries with the most spoken languages in 2025, led by Papua New Guinea and other globally diverse nations.

Nov 24, 2025 · Generally, systems of communication are recognized as different languages if they cannot be understood without specific learning by both parties, though the precise limits …

Explore the rich diversity of the world’s languages through our comprehensive A-Z index. Each letter below links to a page listing every language starting with that letter, complete with …

Jan 4, 2023 · Ethnologue reports that there are 7,151 recognized languages in use, which are distinct from pidgins and creoles