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English language knowledge in Estonia

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language knowledge /eu publishes the latest language knowledge statistics for English in Estonia 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
43.8%
of the population in Estonia speaks English in 2024 (All)
11th
Estonia is 11th in Europe
for English speakers in 2024 (All)
3rd
English is the 3rd language
in Estonia in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
43.8%
55+
17.9%
35-54
50.0%
15-34
74.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak English in Estonia?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 43.8% of the population in Estonia speaks English (1.0% native speakers and 42.8% foreign speakers).

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

In Estonia, 1.0% of the population speaks English as a native language, and 42.8% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does English knowledge in Estonia differ between age groups?

In Estonia, 74.1% of 15–34 year olds speak English, compared to 17.9% of residents aged 55 and over.