English–German

“swiss federal” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaɪ̯tgəˌnœsɪʃ/

Example

Die eidgenössische Kommission tagt morgen.

The Swiss federal commission will meet tomorrow.

Illustration for eidgenössisch (swiss federal)

How to say “swiss federal” in German

“Swiss federal” in German is eidgenössisch.

A Swiss Confederation stamp on an institution or measure, distinguishing it from something belonging only to one canton.

Full entry for eidgenössisch: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with eidgenössisch

Das eidgenössische Parlament berät über die Reform.

The Swiss federal parliament is discussing the reform.

Tips for using eidgenössisch

  • Eidgenössisch is narrower than schweizerisch: it refers to the Confederation or federal level, while schweizerisch can describe anything from Switzerland.

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