Here's why:
* Native Speakers: Mandarin Chinese has the largest number of native speakers, with over 939 million people worldwide speaking it as their first language.
* Total Speakers: When you include people who speak it as a second language, the total number of Mandarin speakers is even higher.
* Regional Influence: Mandarin Chinese is the official language of mainland China, Taiwan, and Singapore, making it a dominant language in East Asia.
While English is often considered a global language due to its widespread use in business, media, and diplomacy, it has significantly fewer native speakers than Mandarin Chinese.