❤️ Learn Swiss-German app ❤️

❤️ Learn Swiss-German app ❤️

As of TODAY you can download and use our app for free at the  Google Play Store.   Swiss German dictionary always at hand — even offline The dictionary is one of the most popular features on our website. Words

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The National Swiss Wrestling Championship

The National Swiss Wrestling Championship

Wrestling in Switzerland In „dr Schwiiz“ (en.: Switzerland), wrestling is also known colloquially as “Hoselupf“ (en.: trouser lift). This is a special form of wrestling unique to Switzerland. One of the differences is that the wrestling takes place within a

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The Zurich Knabenschiessen

The Zurich Knabenschiessen

This traditional Swiss festival takes place in Zurich (“Züri” in Swiss German) every year before the day of repentance and prayer.  “S chnabäschiessä” (en.: Knabenschiessen) is held at the Albisgüetli firing range from Saturday to Monday during the second week of

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The Alphorn – a Swiss Cultural Tradition

The Alphorn – a Swiss Cultural Tradition

Its a part of Switzerland like chocolate and cheese (“Schoggi und Chäs”) and whoever has been lucky enough  “luusche z döfre” (en.: hear it) the melodic tones of an alphorn can understand why this unique instrument is so much part of

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Basel – Cultural Capital of Switzerland

Basel – Cultural Capital of Switzerland

In Switzerland, Basel is generally known as the country’s cultural capital. In addition to a number of museums and a variety of cultural events the city has a range of options for visitors of all ages. Basel – international flair

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The Legend of William Tell

The Legend of William Tell

You may have heard of the Swiss national hero William Tell and the legendary apple shot.  This story can give you an insight into the heart of Switzerland’s cultural history as well as its language. Swiss German – Politics vs.

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Zurich – Switzerland’s Metropolis!?

Zurich – Switzerland’s Metropolis!?

Zurich is known as the secret capitol of Switzerland. But what does this city have to offer visitors other than banks and exclusive shops? Here are some important things you should know about  “Züri” and its inhabitants. The Tram is

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The political system in Switzerland

The political system in Switzerland

In this article we talk about the political system in Switzerland. We have tried to explain the somewhat complicated subject in simpler terms. Embedded in the text are words in the vernacular that pertain to the subject. We at Learn

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Festivals and holidays in Switzerland

Festivals and holidays in Switzerland

Like every other country in the world, Switzerland has a reputation which is often somewhat cliched. The world believes that the Swiss are punctual, they are neutral and they make good “Chääs” and “Schoggi”. All true of course, but did

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