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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
'schweizer' and 'eidgenössisch' can both refer to Switzerland. 'schweizer' is the normal, general form for origin or belonging, for example with people, products, or companies. 'eidgenössisch' is much more specific and is used mainly in Switzerland in official names, laws, or government contexts. Learners may confuse the words because both point to Switzerland. In everyday language, however, 'Schweizer' is usually natural; 'eidgenössisch' fits better with authorities, exams, institutions, or official terms.
Im Formular stand der Name einer eidgenössischen Behörde.
The form listed the name of a Swiss federal authority.
Der Gast erzählt gern von Schweizer Bergen und kleinen Dörfern.
The guest likes to talk about Swiss mountains and small villages.