Denmark Guide: Language

Learning a foreign language is difficult for everyone - but it becomes a lot easier if you do it in an efficient way. Read our guide on language schools, courses and books, language exchanges and tricks to get the language basics.

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  Introduction

  The Danish Language

  Denmark's offical language is Danish. It is the mother tongue of practically the entire nation and is the language used in most official situations. Danish has been an official EU language since 1973.

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  Learning the language

  Do I need to learn Danish?

  Almost everyone in Denmark can speak very good English. You are unlikely to have many problems communicating with the Danish people, so learning to speak Danish is not essential. German is also widely spoken in Denmark.

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  Learning Danish

  Language courses

  There is a wide choice available to those who want to learn Danish in Denmark. Courses are available at all levels and vary from courses taught during term time, short intensive courses and summer courses.

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  Free language classes in Denmark

  Danish course for foreigners

  Denmark offers a great opportunity for foreigners to learn Dutch for free during their first three years in Denmark. The courses are flexible and aim to enhance the student’s employment opportunities, interests or training.

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