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.

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

Comprehensive language database covering 7,000+ languages spoken across 195 countries worldwide. Explore linguistic diversity from major world languages (English, Mandarin, Spanish, Hindi, Arabic) to …

Dec 29, 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 of mutual …

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.

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 specific …

Nov 1, 2024 · How Many Languages Are Spoken Around the World Today? Estimates from top language experts suggest around 6,500 languages are spoken around the world today, with …

Dec 1, 2025 · In 2025, there were big changes in the top languages to study, and Duolingo data suggests more shifts are already in progress. Read the full report!

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