How many official national languages are there in Switzerland?
Wie viele offizielle Landessprachen gibt es in der Schweiz?
Correct answer: C
- A 22
- B 33
- C 44
- D 88
Why
Switzerland has four national languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh.
Common mistakes
- B: 3
- Three would be German, French and Italian; but Romansh must be added.
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 65 of the official question list of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.