How to pronounce "swan"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "swan"

Learn how to break down "swan" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/swɒn/
/swɑn/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

S W AA1 N
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

Spelling Benefits:

  • Easier to remember spelling
  • Helps with word recognition
  • Improves reading fluency

Definition of "swan"

Pronunciation: /swɒn/

Noun

  • Any of various species of large, long-necked waterfowl, of genus Cygnus (bird family: Anatidae), most of which have white plumage.
  • One whose grace etc. suggests a swan.
  • This bird used as a heraldic charge, sometimes with a crown around its neck (e. g. the arms of Buckinghamshire).

Verb

  • To travel or move about in an aimless, idle, or pretentiously casual way.
Pronunciation: /swɒn/

Verb

  • To declare (chiefly in first-person present constructions).