Do you have an international colleague? Get tips on how to help your colleague learn Danish

You want to help your new international colleague learn Danish – but how?

Many people want to support their international colleagues but are unsure what actually makes a difference.

You might recognize this:

• You mostly speak English – even though you’d like to include Danish
• It’s difficult to explain “how things are done here”
• Your colleague participates less in social activities
• You’re unsure how much to help

You’re not alone. And fortunately, it doesn’t take much to make a big difference.

Free Danish lessons for international employees

Is your company looking to collaborate with A2B on free Danish lessons for international employees?

A2B is your dedicated partner for Danish language training. We offer:

• Free introduction to Danish as preboarding before arrival in Denmark
• Free Danish lessons after arrival if the employee has a referral from their municipality

As a partner, you simply refer the employee to A2B – we take care of finding the right course.

How to help your colleague in everyday work

Speak Danish – even if English is easier
It may feel slower, but it’s essential for learning the language. Small daily conversations make a big difference.

Repeat and explain – without overcomplicating
Use simple language and allow room for questions. It’s not about explaining everything – but about making it safe to ask.

Actively include them
Lunch, meetings, social events. Your colleague won’t automatically become part of the community – it requires an invitation.

Share what isn’t written down
Explain internal terms, abbreviations, and “how we usually do things.” This is often the hardest part to figure out.

Take initiative
Don’t wait for your colleague to make the first move. That can be a major barrier.

Want to help your colleague get started with Danish?

At A2B, we help international employees learn Danish in a work context – so they can quickly become part of both the workplace and the social community. Click below and share this page with your colleague.