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English language knowledge in Denmark

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

Ages
Speakers
73.2%
of the population in Denmark speaks English in 2024 (All)
5th
Denmark is 5th in Europe
for English speakers in 2024 (All)
2nd
English is the 2nd language
in Denmark in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
73.2%
55+
61.2%
35-54
78.8%
15-34
83.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak English in Denmark?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 73.2% of the population in Denmark speaks English (6.8% native speakers and 66.4% foreign speakers).

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

In Denmark, 6.8% of the population speaks English as a native language, and 66.4% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does English knowledge in Denmark differ between age groups?

In Denmark, 83.7% of 15–34 year olds speak English, compared to 61.2% of residents aged 55 and over.