The Language of Watches

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cold fusion

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Hello,
I have a question. I’ve tried asking by email and the individuals I contact don’t reply so I’m asking on this forum which is what I should have done in the first place. In Switzerland, they speak a number of languages. If I were fortunate enough to go to Geneva to study watchmaking, what language would I have to know? I’m thinking about the language the classes are conducted in. I suppose it is either German or French. Th
 

Timnic54

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Most watch schools are in the Valee de Joux. This is the French speaking part of Switzerland. Most watchmaking terminology is Freanch based