Which languages are spoken in French Guiana besides French?

While French is the official language of French Guiana, the region is home to a diverse linguistic landscape reflecting its multicultural population.12

Beyond French, the principal languages spoken include:

• Guianese Creole French: A widely spoken language that serves as a primary medium of communication for much of the population.2
• Indigenous languages: These include Wayampi, Carib, and Emerillon.2
• Immigrant community languages: Due to the presence of various ethnic groups—including Haitians, Surinamese, Chinese, Brazilians, and South Asians—a variety of languages from these respective communities are also spoken throughout the territory.2