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History is the simple answer. New Zealand has three official languages, Maori, English and New Zealand Sign language.
Some early settlers spoke Gaelic, French, Norwegian, Danish, and Chinese. The image of the Tower of Babel (albeit apocryphal) is warning enough.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoThree official languages of New Zealand are English, Maori and NZ Sign Language.
Because of the variety of cultures, though, there are a lot of voices in our country.
Taught in schools are languages like Maori, French, Spanish, German, Japanese and Chinese.
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∙ 6y agoYes, it is the number 1 most spoken language in the country and national language along with New Zealand Sign Language and Maori.
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∙ 15y agoEnglish, followed by the native language of Maori
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∙ 6y agoThey speak English as a Commonwealth Country. However, they have their original language also spoke by many which is Māori.
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∙ 13y agoNo, we speak proper English, everyone else though, has an accent.
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∙ 6y agoEveryone on the planet who uses language, speaks with an accent. You can't use language without using an accent.
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How can one contact Accent Health Recruitment in New Zealand?
If one would like to contact Accent Health Recruitment in New Zealand they can call them at +64 3 366 4503. They can also send them correspondence by mail to Accent Health Recruitment, P. O. Box 25-120, Christchurch, New Zealand.
What is the name of the indegenous population of New Zealand?
The indigenous people of New Zealand are the Maori.
What are vowel changes in new zealand accents?
This site explains it pretty well with subtitles and all http://sites.google.com/site/lrnthaccnt/new-zealand-accent
How many people speak New Zealand Sign Language?
According to the 2013 census, 20,200 people speak NZSL, which is related to British Sign Language, though not mutually intelligible.
How do you say i love you in New Zealand?
Kei te aroha au ki a koe (Kay-teh-a-roh-ha-oh-key-a-kweh) Hope this helped :)
What is the geico geckos accent?
He sounds Australian and also British at the same time to people. People from New Zealand have the same accent, so he has a New Zealand accent. Not British, nor Australian. New Zealand.
Do Australians and new Zealand speak the same language?
Yes, both speak English as their national languages.
What languages are spoken in New Zealand and how many people speak them?
New Zealand is a multicultural country, so therefore people mostly speak English and native New Zealander's speak Maori hope that helps
What language do most people in New Zealand and Australia speak?
English is the most commonly spoken language in both New Zealand and Australia. Indigenous languages such as Maori in New Zealand and Aboriginal languages in Australia are also spoken by some indigenous populations.
What is the hardest English accent?
new zealand
Does NM have a country accent?
No, the people around New Mexico do not speak in a country accent. The only people there that do are those who have moved to NM from Texas.
Do people in New Zealand speak the same language as people in Australia?
Yes, both countries speak English as their main language.
Do most people in Maine have a thick accent?
No, most people in Maine speak with a typical New England accent. Only some sound a little "hillbilly-ish."
How can one contact Accent Health Recruitment in New Zealand?
If one would like to contact Accent Health Recruitment in New Zealand they can call them at +64 3 366 4503. They can also send them correspondence by mail to Accent Health Recruitment, P. O. Box 25-120, Christchurch, New Zealand.
What other people speak tongan?
About 96,000 people in Tonga speak Tongan.There are also significant immigrant communities in New Zealand and the United States.
What do Chinese people have that NZ don't?
Mandarin Language. The Chinese can speak this language. People in new zealand cant
How many people speak french in noumea?
Everybody speaks french in New-Caledonia. But the accent of the natives is particular.
