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Spanish language knowledge in Denmark

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

Ages
Speakers
2.9%
of the population in Denmark speaks Spanish in 2024 (All)
11th
Denmark is 11th in Europe
for Spanish speakers in 2024 (All)
6th
Spanish is the 6th language
in Denmark in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
2.9%
55+
2.0%
35-54
3.3%
15-34
3.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak Spanish in Denmark?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 2.9% of the population in Denmark speaks Spanish (0.3% native speakers and 2.5% foreign speakers).

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

In Denmark, 0.3% of the population speaks Spanish as a native language, and 2.5% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does Spanish knowledge in Denmark differ between age groups?

In Denmark, 3.6% of 15–34 year olds speak Spanish, compared to 2.0% of residents aged 55 and over.