No. 11,686 in German
swan
The German word "Schwan" means "swan" in English, a large waterbird with a long neck.
In a sentence
Ich habe einen Schwan im See gesehen.
I saw a swan in the lake.
Here, 'Schwan' is used as a noun referring directly to the animal.
In der Musik wird der Schwan oft als Symbol der Eleganz verwendet.
In music, the swan is often used as a symbol of elegance.
In this sentence, 'Schwan' symbolizes an abstract concept, expressing elegance and grace.
Das seltsame Licht auf dem Wasser schien wie ein Schwan.
The strange light on the water seemed like a swan.
The term 'Schwan' is employed metaphorically to compare the light's appearance to that of a swan.
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