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New Zealand has three official languages: English (de facto), Māori and New Zealand Sign Language. [2] [3] Otago Law Professor Andrew Geddis explains the context of official languages: English is already a de facto official language, which may be used in any or all public or official contexts.
[342] [343] [344] The Māori language has recently undergone a process of revitalisation, [345] being declared one of New Zealand's official languages in 1987, [346] and is spoken by 4.0% of the population. [337] [n 10] There are now Māori language-immersion schools and two television channels that broadcast predominantly in Māori. [348]
Official language A language designated as having a unique legal status in the state: typically, the language used in a nation's legislative bodies, and often, official government business. Regional language A language designated as having official status limited to a specific area, administrative division, or territory of the state.
Bilingual sign at a railway station in Auckland, New Zealand. New Zealand has two de jure official languages: Māori and New Zealand Sign Language, [21] whereas New Zealand English acts as a de facto official language. [22] [23] Te reo Māori gained its official status with the passing of the Māori Language Act 1987. [24]
While the Māori language and New Zealand Sign Language are statutory official languages of New Zealand, English is a de facto official language, which may be used in any public or official context. [37] In 2018, MP Clayton Mitchell of New Zealand First put forward a bill for English to be recognised as an official language in legislation. [38 ...
Pages in category "Languages of New Zealand" The following 10 pages are in this category, out of 10 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
Sakha (local official language; in localities with Even population) [78] Evenki: Sakha (local official language; in localities with Evenki population) [78] Faroese: Faroe Islands (with Danish) Finnish: Karelia (authorized language; with Karelian and Veps) [81] French: parts of Canada; New Brunswick (co-official with English)
50Languages, formerly Book2, is a set of webpages, downloadable audio files, mobile apps and books for learning any of 56 languages. Explanations are also available in the same 56 languages. Explanations are also available in the same 56 languages.