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English status
Has been used to some extent since the founding of the American University of Beirut in 1866. Many English language publications. Not spoken on the street or in Lebanese homes. Bible 1535-1989. |
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English-speaking population > As an additional language
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3,300
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[54th of 59]
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English-speaking population > Total
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3,300 |
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[74th of 99]
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French status
An estimated 20% of the population speak French in their daily lives, and up to 65% of the population can read and converse in French. A number of government and private universities teach in French. Official language. The language of instruction in most schools. Newspapers, magazines. Bible 1530-1986. |
John Doe > Informal names for unknown or unspecified persons in various countries/regions
Majhoul (Arabic: مجهول), Folan (Arabic: فلان) (female equivalent: Folana, فلانة), Elan (علان) as a partner. |
Languages
Arabic (official), French, English, Armenian |
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Languages of the African Union > Illiteracy > Literacy rate
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86.5
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[100th of 174]
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