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suizo

swee-soh/ˈswiθo/

Swiss

Also: precise
A classic metal cowbell with a red and white strap featuring a white cross, representing Swiss origin.

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El chocolate suizo es famoso en todo el mundo.

A1

Swiss chocolate is famous all over the world.

Me compré un reloj suizo muy elegante.

A2

I bought a very elegant Swiss watch.

Los Alpes suizos son impresionantes en invierno.

B1

The Swiss Alps are impressive in winter.

Word Connections

Common Collocations

  • reloj suizo – Swiss watch (often implies precision)
  • queso suizo – Swiss cheese
  • navaja suiza – Swiss Army knife

Idioms & Expressions

  • funcionar como un reloj suizo – to work perfectly and precisely

Swiss man, Swiss person

NounmA1
A man wearing a traditional Swiss hat with a feather and a vest, standing in front of mountains.

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Mi nuevo profesor de esquí es un suizo muy simpático.

A2

My new ski instructor is a very nice Swiss man.

Había muchos suizos visitando la costa española.

B1

There were many Swiss people visiting the Spanish coast.

El suizo ganó la medalla de oro en tenis.

B1

The Swiss player won the gold medal in tennis.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • helvético (Helvetic (formal/poetic term for Swiss))

Swiss bun

Also: brioche roll
NounmB1
Spain
A golden-brown sweet brioche bun topped with a line of sparkling white sugar.

📝 In Action

¿Me pone un suizo y un café con leche?

B1

Can I have a Swiss bun and a coffee with milk?

El suizo es un bollo tierno con azúcar por encima.

B1

The 'suizo' is a soft bun with sugar on top.

Los suizos de esa pastelería son los mejores de Madrid.

B2

The Swiss buns from that bakery are the best in Madrid.

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Quick Quiz: suizo

Question 1 of 3

How do you say 'Swiss cheese' in Spanish?

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👥 Word Family▼
Suiza(Switzerland) — Noun
suiza(Swiss (female)) — Noun / Adjective
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📚 Etymology▼

From the French word 'Suisse', which comes from the name of the canton of Schwyz, one of the founding members of the Swiss Confederation.

First recorded: 16th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: SwissFrench: Suisse

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 'suizo' also mean the language spoken in Switzerland?

No. In Spanish, you would say they speak 'alemán' (German), 'francés' (French), or 'italiano'. There is no language called 'suizo'.

When do I use 'suiza' instead of 'suizo'?

Use 'suiza' when referring to a woman from Switzerland or describing a feminine noun (e.g., 'la banca suiza').

Is 'suizo' used in Latin America?

Yes, as an adjective for Switzerland. However, the meaning of 'sweet bun' is mostly specific to Spain.