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Attitudes towards language learning across Europe

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Video. How Europeans feel about language learning — and why few are fluent

Updated: 15/09/2026 - 10:15 GMT+2

A YouGov survey of six European countries reveals wide gaps in language fluency, motivation to learn, and views on compulsory language education.

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