what language do they speak in swiss
In Switzerland, there are four official languages:
- German (about 63% of the population): spoken in the northern, eastern, and central parts of the country. The dialects spoken in Switzerland are known as Swiss German or Alemannic.
- French (about 23% of the population): spoken in the western part of the country, particularly in the cantons of Geneva, Vaud, Neuchâtel, and Valais.
- Italian (about 8% of the population): spoken in the southern part of the country, particularly in the canton of Ticino and some parts of the cantons of Graubünden and Valais.
- Romansh (about 1% of the population): spoken in the southeastern part of the country, particularly in the canton of Graubünden.
In addition to these four official languages, many Swiss people also speak English as a second language, particularly in business, tourism, and education.
It’s worth noting that Switzerland is a multilingual country, and many people speak multiple languages. The language spoken can vary depending on the region, and it’s not uncommon for people to speak two or more languages fluently.
