CH

Swiss Confederation

Switzerland

Switzerland is a country in Europe that is home to 8,716,000 people. It is also home to 10 living indigenous languages. Two of these, French and Italian, are official languages of the country. Another, Romansh, is an official language in part of the country. In addition, 3 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. One of these, Standard German, is also an official language of the country. In formal education, 4 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    8,716,000

    people

    10

    living languages

    99%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 3
    2. 5
    3. 2
    4. 0

Switzerland has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.