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English language knowledge in Luxembourg

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language knowledge /eu publishes the latest language knowledge statistics for English in Luxembourg 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
60.0%
of the population in Luxembourg speaks English in 2024 (All)
7th
Luxembourg is 7th in Europe
for English speakers in 2024 (All)
2nd
English is the 2nd language
in Luxembourg in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
60.0%
55+
47.1%
35-54
61.3%
15-34
72.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak English in Luxembourg?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 60.0% of the population in Luxembourg speaks English (3.8% native speakers and 56.2% foreign speakers).

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

In Luxembourg, 3.8% of the population speaks English as a native language, and 56.2% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does English knowledge in Luxembourg differ between age groups?

In Luxembourg, 72.4% of 15–34 year olds speak English, compared to 47.1% of residents aged 55 and over.