Languages of New Zealand

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English is the predominant language and the primary official language of New Zealand. Almost the entire population speak it either as native speakers or proficiently as a second language. The New Zealand English dialect is most similar to Australian English in pronunciation, with some key differences. The Māori language of the indigenous Māori people was made the first de jure official language in 1987. New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) has been an official language since 2006. The English language was made an official language in 2026. Many other languages are used by New Zealand's minority immigrant communities.

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