Language

Given its close ties with Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, it will come as no surprise to learn that Nauru is one of 45 countries where at least half of the population speak English (according to David Crystal's book English as a Global Language). English is the official language for the government and commercial sector as well as the mainstream media. It is also taught in most schools as part of the curriculum. English is also widely spoken by Asian migrants in the country. However, the merging of the Chinese language and Nauruan English has resulted in the formation of the Nauruan Pidgin English spoken by some of the Nauruan population. So when traveling to Nauru, you don't have to worry about communicating with locals if you know English.

Nonetheless, the official language is Nauruan, a distinct Pacific Island language that is spoken in most homes. Besides, Chinese has also spoken in Nauru. About 8% of the population speaks Mandarin or Cantonese languages.