French Guiana: Language Situation

Author(s):

Camargo, E.

Format:

Book section

Publisher:

Elsevier Ltd, 2006.

Language:

English

Abstract:

Characterized by high plurilingualism, with over 20 languages in use, French Guiana is home to Amerindian, Asian, Creole, Bushinengue, and French speakers, as well as recent immigrants, such as the Hmong; all of these speakers contribute to the linguistic and cultural diversity of this overseas department of France. French is the official language, but is used mainly in government administration and formal education. © 2006 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

ISBN:

9780080448541 (ISBN)

Identifier:

HmongStudies0348