Nicaragua

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Nicaragua, officially the Republic of Nicaragua, is a country located in Central America. The official language is Spanish, spoken by approximately 95% of the population as of 2021. Spanish serves as the primary language for government administration, formal education, and nationwide communication. Nicaragua is also home to a number of indigenous languages spoken by various ethnic groups, particularly on the Caribbean coast. Some of the major indigenous languages include Miskito, Sumo, and Rama. In addition, English-based creoles are spoken by a significant portion of the Afro-Nicaraguan population, mainly in the autonomous regions of the Caribbean coast. English is increasingly spoken as a second language, particularly in urban areas and within the tourism industry.

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Mestizo (mixed Amerindian and White) 69%, White 17%, Black 9%, Amerindian 5%