Pidgin English, also known as Pidgin, originated in the 17th century during European colonialism, particularly in West Africa. It emerged as a means of communication between European traders and the local African populations who spoke different languages. Pidgin English continued to develop and spread throughout different parts of the world as a simplified language used for trade, administration, and communication between diverse linguistic groups. It has since evolved into different variations and is now spoken in various countries, such as Nigeria, Cameroon, Papua New Guinea, and the Caribbean.
