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Low-german language knowledge in Germany

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

Ages
Speakers
0.1%
of the population in Germany
speaks Low-german in 2024 (All)
14th
Germany is 14th in Europe
for Low-german speakers in 2024 (All)
27th
Low-german is the 27th language
in Germany in 2024 (All)
Speakers
Year
All
0.1%
55+
0.3%
35-54
0%
15-34
0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak Low German in Germany?

According to the European Commission Eurobarometer survey (2024), 0.1% of the population in Germany speaks Low German. This breaks down into 0.0% native (mother tongue) speakers and 0.1% foreign speakers who report good or very good proficiency.

Is Low German primarily spoken as a native or foreign language in Germany?

In Germany, Low German is predominantly spoken as a foreign language (0.1% foreign speakers with functional fluency vs 0.0% native speakers).

How does Low German proficiency in Germany differ between younger and older generations?

In Germany, 0.0% of young people aged 15–34 speak Low German, compared to 0.3% of residents aged 55 and over. This represents a 0.3 percentage point decrease among younger cohorts.