What Language Do They Speak in Papua New Guinea?

The flag of Papua New Guinea is divided diagonally, from the upper hoist-side corner to the lower fly-side corner, into a lower black and an upper red triangle. On the hoist side of the lower black triangle is a representation of the Southern Cross constellation made up of one small and four larger five-pointed white stars. A golden Raggiana bird-of-paradise is situated on the fly side of the upper red triangle.
Official languages of Papua New Guinea English, Hiri Motu, Tok Pisin

Papua New Guinea has 3 official languages: English, Hiri Motu, Tok Pisin. English is also an official language in 58 other countries worldwide.

Languages in Papua New Guinea — FAQ

What language do they speak in Papua New Guinea?

The official languages of Papua New Guinea are English and Hiri Motu and Tok Pisin.

How many official languages does Papua New Guinea have?

Papua New Guinea has 3 official languages: English, Hiri Motu, Tok Pisin.

Is English spoken anywhere else?

English is also an official language in 58 other countries.

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