The national language of the Faroe Islands is Faroese. Danish is the official second language and is taught in schools at an early age. English is the also taught in schools and is spoken by most people. Faroese derives from Old Norse and is closely related to Icelandic, Norwegian, Danish and Swedish.
What does Faroe Islands mean?
Far·oe Islands or Faer·oe Islands (fâr′ō) A group of volcanic islands in the northern Atlantic Ocean between Iceland and the Shetland Islands. Originally settled by Celtic peoples, the islands passed to Denmark in 1380. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
How to call Faroe Islands?
How to call Faroe Islands from the USA/Canada: 011 - 298 - phone number *Use also to TEXT Faroe Islands numbers. ** 011298 and +298 often work interchangeably from cell phones.
