The official language of Liberia is English. In addition to English, more than 20 indigenous languages are spoken in the country, reflecting its ethnic and cultural diversity. Liberian English has several varieties, including Standard Liberian English, Kru Pidgin English, Liberian Kreyol (a form of pidgin English), the Merico language, and Caribbean English. English serves as the lingua franca connecting people of various linguistic backgrounds in Liberia. Indigenous languages belong to language families such as Mande, Kru, Mel, and others, with prominent languages including Kpelle, Bassa, Grebo, Dan, Kru, Mano, Loma, and Mandingo spoken by various ethnic groups.
