switzerland
word
/ˈswɪtsɝɫənd/
SWIT-sur-luhnd
/ˈswɪtsələnd/
SWIT-suh-luhnd
Definition
A country in central Europe, known for its mountains, neutrality, chocolate, and efficient banking system.
Usage & Nuances
Always capitalized; used as a proper noun. Sometimes used metaphorically to describe neutrality. Common collocations: 'Swiss cheese', 'Swiss Alps', 'Switzerland is neutral'. 'Swiss' is the correct adjective or demonym.
Spanish: SuizaPortuguese (BR): SuíçaPortuguese (PT): SuíçaChinese (Simplified): 瑞士Chinese (Traditional): 瑞士Hindi: स्विट्ज़रलैंडArabic: سويسراBengali: সুইজারল্যান্ডRussian: ШвейцарияJapanese: スイスVietnamese: Thụy SĩKorean: 스위스Turkish: İsviçreUrdu: سوئٹزرلینڈIndonesian: Swiss - Swiss (kiasan: netral) - Swiss (negara)
Example Sentences
Switzerland is famous for its beautiful mountains.
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The capital city of Switzerland is Bern.
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People in Switzerland speak several languages.
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I'm planning a ski trip to Switzerland next winter.
natural
Many people say Switzerland makes the world’s best chocolate.
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In international politics, Switzerland is often known for staying neutral.
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