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What are the most common languages spoken in Hong Kong?

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Are residents of Hong Kong typically multilingual? What languages are most common? Here's what ten local experts had to say about language in Hong Kong.

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HK is rated as one of the top cities to do business. It’s just very expensive to live here, but there is a truly efficient mass transport system, low crime rate and great food!! People come from all over the world to work and live here but the locals don’t really speak English but still, somewhat friendly.

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Petite Demeyere, says: 2023

People moving to Hong Kong should learn colloquial Cantonese. With effective communication using Cantonese, they can shop in wet markets and buy exotic products from stalls. They can also taste delicious food in traditional Chinese restaurants if they know the names of the dishes. They can also communicate with their colleagues more effectively if they master colloquial Cantonese.

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Hong kong is a part of PRC. It’s a cosmopolitan city with several nationalities living together. Knowledge of Cantonese will help in settling down easier and faster. Infrastructure is good. Cost of living is high. Houses are very small in area but, home rentals are one of the most expensive in the world.

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Hong Kong is unique and international city. Despite it being part of China, many people in Hong Kong can understand English, thus it’s not necessary to learn Chinese. However, it would be beneficial to learn the local language. Hong Kong is also one of the most expensive cities in the world; make sure you are prepared to pay high rents and other high living expenses. Hong Kong is very convenient to travel to other nearby cities within East Asia.

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Most people in Hong Kong are bilingual, in that they are able to converse in both Cantonese and English, either relatively well or fluently. However, it would be handy to carry a translator app just in case. There are a multitude of shops and restaurants which would cater to most people’s interests and tastes, especially if they have money to burn. and that, there are areas which are more off the beaten track for the more adventurous as well.

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The high cost of living, particularly for housing/accommodation; political uncertainty; pollution mostly driven by factories over the border in China; extreme heat and humidity during summer (May to September); falling use of the English language particularly by younger age groups.

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English, despite being as one of the official languages here, is not that commonly used among the local grass-root communities. Much of the local culture is based on Cantonese, the local spoken language. knowing both Cantonese and English would certainly benefit foreigners from navigating in both the higher-end business worlds and in local communities.

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Our city is a special region of China, where most of residents are fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. We pride in skyscrapers alongside international and authentic cuisines. However, living expenses are rather high, and the current temperature. When moving to Hong Kong, it is imperative to have full research and be able to sustain financially in the long run.

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not mind being treated impolitely or that neighbours don’t speak much to one another because Hong Kong people tend not to interact with one another unless they have to. He/she might have to live in a cramped environment without much space to move around and might have to endure high rent. But Hong Kong people are mostly genuine and will offer a helping hand if someone needs it.

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Hong Kong is one of the most culturally and geographically diverse cities in the world. Anyone who enjoys both commuting through a world-class city of skyscrapers and hiking through trails of a secluded island should consider moving to Hong Kong! The city is filled with people of diverse backgrounds from all over the world – at any given moment as you walk through the streets, you will hear a blend of Cantonese, Mandarin, and, not to mention, English in many accents. If you’re looking to be exposed to different cultures and experiences, moving to Hong Kong is one of the best options you can take!

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