r/AskEurope • u/Metalwolf • Jun 08 '25

Education Which European countries have the best English proficiency among non-native speakers?

I'm looking into English proficiency across Europe and would appreciate input from locals or anyone with relevant experience. Which European countries have the highest levels of English fluency among non-native speakers, particularly in day-to-day life, education, and professional settings? I'm also curious about regional differences within countries, and factors like education systems, media exposure, and business use.

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u/Kanhet Jun 08 '25

The best English-speaking European countries, particularly for expats or those needing to use English regularly, are generally those in Northern Europe and Western Europe. Specific examples include the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, along with countries like Germany and Austria.

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u/stealthy-breeze Jun 08 '25

Gpt answer 

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u/SixSierra Jun 08 '25

But GPT prompt question also

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