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Arabic language knowledge in Denmark

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language knowledge /eu publishes the latest language knowledge statistics for Arabic in Denmark using European Commission data published in 2024. Compare native with foreign speakers, and compare age groups to understand whether Arabic is gaining or losing popularity.

Ages
Speakers
1.1%
of the population in Denmark speaks Arabic in 2024 (All)
6th
Denmark is 6th in Europe
for Arabic speakers in 2024 (All)
7th
Arabic is the 7th language
in Denmark in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
1.1%
55+
0.0%
35-54
0.8%
15-34
3.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak Arabic in Denmark?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 1.1% of the population in Denmark speaks Arabic (0.4% native speakers and 0.6% foreign speakers).

How many people in Denmark speak Arabic as a native vs foreign language?

In Denmark, 0.4% of the population speaks Arabic as a native language, and 0.6% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does Arabic knowledge in Denmark differ between age groups?

In Denmark, 3.0% of 15–34 year olds speak Arabic, compared to 0.0% of residents aged 55 and over.