单词 | Switzerland |
释义 | Word Frequency Switzerland(ˈswɪtsələnd) noun a federal republic in W central Europe: the cantons of Schwyz, Uri, and Unterwalden formed a defensive league against the Hapsburgs in 1291, later joined by other cantons; gained independence in 1499; adopted a policy of permanent neutrality from 1516; a leading centre of the Reformation in the 16th century. It lies in the Jura Mountains and the Alps, with a plateau between the two ranges. Official languages: German, French, and Italian; Romansch minority. Religion: mostly Protestant and Roman Catholic. Currency: Swiss franc. Capital: Bern. Pop: 8 476 005 (2017 est). Area: 41 288 sq km (15 941 sq miles) German name: Schweiz. French name: Suisse. Italian name: Svizzera. Latin name: Helvetia (hɛlˈviːʃə) |
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