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Swiss federal
Referring to the Swiss Confederation (Switzerland). It is the official term for 'federal' in Switzerland and is used in the names of institutions and laws.
Die Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule (ETH) in Zürich ist weltbekannt.
The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich is world-famous.
The word derives from 'Eidgenossenschaft' (Confederation), the official name of Switzerland. It consists of 'Eid' (a solemn promise) and 'Genosse' (comrade) and describes the historical alliance of the Swiss cantons.
Die Schweizerische Eidgenossenschaft ist ein föderalistischer Staat.
The Swiss Confederation is a federalist state.
This adjective is used almost exclusively for the federal level of Switzerland. It is the Swiss equivalent of the German or Austrian word 'Bundes-' (federal), e.g. 'Bundesrat' (Federal Council).
Am Wochenende findet eine eidgenössische Abstimmung statt.
A Swiss federal referendum is taking place this weekend.
You will find 'eidgenössisch' (Swiss federal) very frequently in official names of institutions, laws, or titles in Switzerland.
Er besitzt ein eidgenössisches Fähigkeitszeugnis als Informatiker.
He has a Federal VET Diploma as an IT specialist.
Swiss
Both words can refer to Switzerland and its institutions. „Schweizerisch“ is the general term, while „eidgenössisch“ specifically refers to the official national or federal level. Use „schweizerisch“ in general, and „eidgenössisch“ for official names, institutions, or federal laws.
Die eidgenössische Behörde informierte die Bevölkerung über die neuen Regeln des Bundes.
The Swiss federal authority informed the public about the new federal rules.
Die schweizerische Behörde informierte die Bevölkerung über die neuen Regeln.
The Swiss authority informed the public about the new rules.
