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English language knowledge in Slovakia

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language knowledge /eu publishes the latest language knowledge statistics for English in Slovakia 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
29.8%
of the population in Slovakia speaks English in 2024 (All)
19th
Slovakia is 19th in Europe
for English speakers in 2024 (All)
2nd
English is the 2nd language
in Slovakia in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
29.8%
55+
6.0%
35-54
30.3%
15-34
60.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak English in Slovakia?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 29.8% of the population in Slovakia speaks English (1.8% native speakers and 28.0% foreign speakers).

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

In Slovakia, 1.8% of the population speaks English as a native language, and 28.0% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does English knowledge in Slovakia differ between age groups?

In Slovakia, 60.2% of 15–34 year olds speak English, compared to 6.0% of residents aged 55 and over.