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This study aims to investigate the languages used in linguistic landscapes in Jeju, Korea. It analyzes the frequency of using the various languages, the use of language by the type of business, the four part writing types(Homophonic, Mixed, Polyphonic, and Monophonic)1, and multilingual signs in linguistic landscapes in Jeju. Signs were collected in Chilseong-ro, Nuwemaru-gil, and Lee Jungseop-gil, the main urban streets in Jeju. According to the survey, English is mainly used in both monolingual and multilingual signs in the three areas. In the types of business, clothing uses English signs the most. In multilingual signs, Hangul and English are most often used together. There is a code preference between Hangul and English. When English is a dominant language, Hangul is less visible and mainly offers transliteration. When Korean is a dominant language, English mainly offers information. This study suggests that there is positive symbolism in English. The positive symbolism of English in Jeju has influenced on the change of linguistic landscapes.