What is the most widely spoken language in Europe?

With more than 100 languages spoken across the continent, Europe is a linguistic melting pot. However, the most widely spoken language in Europe is English, followed by Russian and German. English is the most spoken language in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Malta, and is widely spoken as a second language in other European countries, particularly in Scandinavia and the Netherlands. Russian is the most spoken language in Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan, and is widely spoken as a second language in other countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. German is the most spoken language in Germany, Austria, and Liechtenstein, and is widely spoken in other countries in Central Europe.

It's worth noting that while English is the most widely spoken language in Europe, it is not an official language of the European Union. The EU has 24 official languages, with English being one of them, along with French and German. The European Commission employs interpreters and translators to ensure that all official documents and proceedings are accessible to speakers of all official languages.