The tourist industry is far less developed in Nicaragua than in other Central American countries like Costa Rica or Panama, and fewer locals speak fluent English. It’s a good idea to learn to speak a little Spanish before you travel here – especially if you plan to travel to remote areas.
That said, not every visitor needs to speak perfect Spanish before traveling to Central America. If you learn some basic phrases and make an attempt to communicate in the local language, you’ll make new friends, and you’ll be surprised how quickly you can pick up new words.