Egypt

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Egypt, officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, is a transcontinental country located in North Africa and Western Asia. The official language is Arabic, specifically Egyptian Arabic, which is spoken by the majority of the population. As of 2021, approximately 68% of Egyptians speak Egyptian Arabic as their first language, making it the primary language for government, education, and daily communication. Other spoken languages include Sa'idi Arabic, Eastern Egyptian Bedawi Arabic, and various Nubian languages. Classical Arabic, the language of the Quran, is used for religious purposes and taught in schools. English and French are also widely spoken as second languages, particularly among the educated population and in urban areas.

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Egyptian 99.7%, other 0.3% (2006 est.) note: data represent respondents by nationality