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The Dutch of Suriname. The official language of the country, used alongside Sranan Tongo and other languages of the Surinamese plurilingual landscape.
Sranan Tongo
Also known as: Sranan
An English-based creole of Suriname, used as the country's lingua franca alongside Dutch. Strong substrate from Gbe and Akan languages of the West African slave trade.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Sranan Tongo?
Sranan Tongo is a dialect of the Sranan Tongo language.
Where is Sranan Tongo spoken?
Sranan Tongo is primarily spoken in Suriname.
Which region is Sranan Tongo associated with?
Sranan Tongo is part of the Latin America & the Caribbean region on DialectAtlas.
Is Sranan Tongo known by other names?
Yes — Sranan Tongo is also referred to as Sranan.
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