📙 Chapter 4: A Modern, Thriving Society

4.1.3 Languages spoken in the UK

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English is the official language of the UK and is spoken throughout the country. However, there are also other traditional languages. Welsh is spoken in Wales and has equal legal status with English there. Scottish Gaelic is spoken in parts of Scotland, particularly the Highlands and Islands. Irish Gaelic (also called Irish) is spoken by some people in Northern Ireland. Scots is a dialect spoken in Scotland and parts of Northern Ireland.

Key Facts

  • English is official language of UK
  • Welsh has equal legal status with English in Wales
  • Scottish Gaelic spoken in Highlands and Islands
  • Scots dialect spoken in Scotland and parts of NI
Languages spoken in the UK
Illustration: Languages spoken in the UK

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