how to say please in swiss german

In Swiss German, “please” is typically translated as “bitte” (just like in standard German). However, in informal settings or regional dialects, you might also hear:

* “Merci” (yes, it’s borrowed from French, but commonly used in Swiss German)
* “Bitte schön” (a more polite way of saying “please”)
* “Chönd si” (in some Alemannic dialects, this is used as a polite way of saying “please”)

Here are some regional variations:

* In Zurich: “Bitte” or “Merci”
* In Bern: “Bitte” or “Chönd si”
* In Basel: “Bitte” or “Merci”
* In Lucerne: “Bitte” or “Chönd si”

Keep in mind that Swiss German has many regional dialects, so the pronunciation and vocabulary can vary depending on where you are.

If you want to be more formal or polite, you can always use “Bitte schön” or “Ich bitte dich” (I ask you).