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Have your say: What are the most important Swiss French words to know?

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Have your say: What are the most important Swiss French words to know?
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From ‘un natel’ to of course the numbering system, what are some of the most important Swiss French words - and why?

While we’ve covered our readers favourite Swiss German words, there are also a few Swiss French gems out there.

‘Just so fun to say’: Are these the best Swiss-German words to learn?

Even if you can’t narrow it down, give us a couple of examples of words you like in Swiss French. 

Alternately, if there’s a word you absolutely can’t stand, then tell us about it. 

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