English became the official language of Britain during the Middle Ages, specifically around the 14th century. This was due to the increasing influence of the English language following the Norman Conquest in 1066 and the subsequent decline of Norman French as the primary language of the ruling class.
English is often chosen as the official language in countries due to historical reasons, cultural influence, economic power, and political dominance. It is commonly spoken globally and has become a common language for international communication and trade. Establishing English as the official language can also promote unity and efficiency within a diverse population.
English became the official language of the United States during the late 18th century, with the passage of the Constitution in 1787 and the establishment of English as the language of government proceedings. It was solidified with the passing of the Judiciary Act of 1789, which required federal court proceedings to be conducted in English.
English became the official language of Barbados in the early 17th century when the island was colonized by the British. The English language was imposed as a means of establishing control over the island's population and facilitating communication within the colonial administration.
English became the official language of the Bahamas through colonization by the British in the 17th century. The English language was brought to the islands by British settlers and has since become the predominant language spoken in the country.
English became the official language of the United States through the adoption of the English language in the 18th century when the nation gained independence. Additionally, the first English settlers in the early 17th century established English as the predominant language in the American colonies.
The United States does not have an official language. Therefore, English was never the official language of the United States.
The United States does not have an "official" or "national" language. MrV The de facto language of the US is English.
English became the official language of Barbados in the early 17th century when the island was colonized by the British. The English language was imposed as a means of establishing control over the island's population and facilitating communication within the colonial administration.
English is the a foreign language that has become a major official language of India. Indians who speak different Indian languages typically revert to English as it is a second language for everyone and therefore makes everyone equal.
Hadn't happened yet. Even though English is the common language in the USA, but there is no law specifically state that English is THE OFFICIAL language of the country. Many politicians have tried to make it so but none had succeeded yet.
The main reason that England has become a main language is because of colonization. Great Britain successfully colonized many regions and either taught the native people there the English language or, as in the United States and Australia, the English speaking colonists overtook the nation.
It became an official language in 1948, when the government of Israel voted on it.
Philippine English belongs to the outer circle of World Englishes, as defined by Kachru's model. It is a variety of English used by speakers in the Philippines as a second language, influenced by the local linguistic and cultural context.
English is the official language language of a number of foreign countries. It is the official language of government in others. It is the de facto language of the European Common Market. It or a reasonable facsimile thereof has become the international language of business. As it has spread, it has picked up foreign idioms. This international usage should change it. British writers have noticed that in common usage many irregular forms of the past tense have begun ending with an e d. That should continue. As the irregular forms disappear, the use of English should continue to expand. English will become an easier language to learn.
Since no organization can claim to represent the whole world, there is no "official" language for the world. The closest such organization would be the United Nations, which uses six official languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, French, and Russian. The use of languages by international organizations is usually related to the number of speakers rather than any "official" status. This is why, for example, English and Spanish have become defacto global standards. English is clearly a global language, but this is merely a measure of its widespread use, not of any official recognition.
Irish became an official EU language on Jan 1st 2007
New Zealand Sign Language became the third official language of New Zealand in April 2006, joining English and Māori. The parliamentary bill to approve this passed its third reading on April 6, 2006.