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A society as multi cultural and multi ethnic as Perth surely will speak a Perth language comprehendible by the whole of Perth population. Perth population stands at approximately 1.3 millions all belonging to various ethnic regions. Perth is a city made up of people who have migrated from all nooks and corners of the world with the majority coming from Britain and Ireland. The other nationalities that form a part of Perth population include New Zealand, Italy, Germany, South East Asian countries like Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, China and India among others, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Undoubtedly hence there are various languages in Perth spoken by people of different communities. However to maintain a common platform for all residents of Perth to communicate and socialize English has become the most commonly spoken language in Perth, Australia. It is also the official language of Perth. The prevalence of English as the most spoken Perth language has also made the diverse population of Perth more accommodating, hospitable friendly and warm. This has also given a major boost to Perth tourism and hence its economy. Besides, there is less feeling of difference among the residents, which is the main hurdle for the development of a cohesive society. Language, as we know has been a key to many riots and bloody movements in many parts of the world. Perth stands out as an example of a city with oneness amongst differences with the acceptance of English as the major Perth language.
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