Schwan Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Schwan" is used as noun with the meaning of "swan", "Cygnus" or "Swan (constellation)".

Essential properties of "Schwan"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Schwan
  • Plural: die Schwäne

Meanings of "Schwan" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Large, elegant white bird with a long neck"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Schwan schwamm majestätisch über den See.The swan swam majestically across the lake.
  2. Ein Schwan kann sehr territorial sein, besonders während der Brutzeit.A swan can be very territorial, especially during breeding season.
  3. Die Kinder fütterten den Schwan am Ufer des Teiches.The children fed the swan at the edge of the pond.

2.) "A constellation in the northern hemisphere"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Schwan ist eine der bekanntesten Sommerkonstellationen.Cygnus is one of the best-known summer constellations.
  2. Im Herbst kann man den Schwan am besten sehen.In autumn, Cygnus can be seen best.
  3. Die Sterne im Schwan bilden die Form eines Kreuzes.The stars in Cygnus form the shape of a cross.
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