Which of these is an official national language of Switzerland?
Was ist eine offizielle Landessprache in der Schweiz?
Correct answer: A
- A FrenchFranzösisch
- B EnglishEnglisch
- C PortuguesePortugiesisch
- D SpanishSpanisch
Why
French is one of the four national languages. It is spoken in western Switzerland, the Romandie.
Common mistakes
- B: English
- English is widespread at work, but it is not a national language.
- C: Portuguese
- Many immigrants speak Portuguese, but it is not a national language.
Topic
German, French, Italian, Romansh
Switzerland has four national languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh. This is written in the Federal Constitution. English is not a national language, even though many people speak it at work. Portuguese or Spanish are not national languages either, although many immigrants speak them.
- German
- French
- Italian
- Romansh
Map data: BFS, BAFU, swisstopo
Switzerland at a glance
The four national languages
Sources
Last checked: September 2026
Question 64 of the official question list of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.