Statistics showing English as a Dominant Language Flashcards by Tom Greenhouse | Brainscape

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How many English speakers were there in 1600?

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5-7 million

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How many English speakers are there in the present day?

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1.5-2 billion.

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How many L1 Speakers does David Crystal estimate there are?

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400 million

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How many L2 Speakers does David Crystal estimate there are?

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400 million

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How many ELF Speakers does David Crystal estimate there are?

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700 million

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