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ish protectorate of Greenland—a welcome reminder to Danes that their nation
is more than just Jutland and a bunch of flat little islands.
From an early age, Danes develop a passion for soccer. You may see red-
and-white-clad fans singing on their way to a match. Despite the country's
small size, the Danish national team does well in international competition.
Other popular sports include sailing, cycling, badminton, and team handball.
The Danish language, with its three extra vowels (Æ, Ø, and Å), is no-
toriously difficult for foreigners to pronounce. Even seemingly predictable
consonants can be tricky. For example, the letter “d” is often dropped, so
the word
gade
(street)—which you'll see, hear, and say constantly—is pro-
