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English language knowledge in Slovenia

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language knowledge /eu publishes the latest language knowledge statistics for English in Slovenia 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
45.2%
of the population in Slovenia speaks English in 2024 (All)
10th
Slovenia is 10th in Europe
for English speakers in 2024 (All)
2nd
English is the 2nd language
in Slovenia in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
45.2%
55+
17.3%
35-54
55.1%
15-34
77.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak English in Slovenia?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 45.2% of the population in Slovenia speaks English (0.9% native speakers and 44.3% foreign speakers).

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

In Slovenia, 0.9% of the population speaks English as a native language, and 44.3% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does English knowledge in Slovenia differ between age groups?

In Slovenia, 77.0% of 15–34 year olds speak English, compared to 17.3% of residents aged 55 and over.