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Gibraltar
The rock of Gibraltar.
While English is the official language of Gibraltar used in government and education, it is not the only language spoken by the population.12
Most Gibraltarians are bilingual, commonly speaking both English and Spanish. Additionally, many residents speak a local dialect known as Yanito (or Llanito). This unique dialect reflects the territory's diverse cultural heritage, incorporating influences from Spanish, Genoese, and Hebrew.2