Over the 48 countries in Europe, there are a huge range of languages spoken. The diverse continent is home to almost 750 million people over its 19.53 million square kilometres. Over 200 languages are spoken throughout the region, reflecting its rich cultural heritage.

In each country, the second most spoken language, after the official one, varies significantly. English stands out as the most common second language, being spoken by a significant portion of residents in 21 of the 48 nations. Other frequently mentioned second languages include French, Russian, and Hungarian. Across the continent, 15 distinct languages were identified as the second most popular, including official languages like Catalan, Belarusian and Gaeilge.