When was the French language spoken in England?

Answer 1

For two hundred years after the Norman Conquest in 1066, French became the official language of the English court.

When William conquered England he made his officers the English Nobility. They spoke French. The common people continued speaking Anglo saxon. The common people raised cows. The French nobility ate beef. The mixture of words helped create the English language. _____ English has always been the language of the nation of England. For some period of time French was the only language used by European diplomats.

Answer 2

The French language was spoken in England from the Norman Conquest in 1066 until the late Middle Ages (14th century). It was primarily used among the nobility, in the royal court, and in official documents. Over time, English gradually became the dominant language in England.