What Language is Spoken in Belgium?
Answer – Depending on the region, Belgium has three official languages: Dutch (Flemish), French, and German.
Explanation:
The majority of Belgium’s population (approximately 60%), including the northern Flanders region, speaks Dutch (Flemish). French is spoken by approximately 40% of the population, especially in the southern region called Wallonia. Brussels, the capital of Belgium, is bilingual, with both French and Dutch recognized. A small minority, especially on the eastern side of the country, speaks German.
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