This table lists languages spoken in Suriname, including official, working, regional, and minority languages.
Percentages and speaker counts may be unavailable for some languages due to census and reporting limitations.
Language details
5 languages| Language | Statuses | Share, % | Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
|
English
|
No special status | 24.7 | 150,000 |
|
Caribbean Hindustani
|
Minority
|
— | — |
|
Javanese
|
Minority
|
— | — |
|
Dutch
|
Official
Working
|
32.9 | 200,000 |
|
Sranan Tongo
|
No special status | 49.4 | 300,000 |