Basic Details
Word: Swan
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large, usually white bird with long neck and large wings, known for grace and beauty.
Synonyms: Waterfowl, cygnet (young swan)
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Graceful as a swan: Used to describe someone or something very elegant or smooth in movement. Example: "She danced gracefully, as graceful as a swan."
- Swansong: A final performance or effort, often before retirement or ending something. Example: "The artist called this exhibition her swansong before she retired from painting."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The swan glided effortlessly across the serene lake, leaving ripples in its wake.
Example 2: At the pond, we marveled at the sight of a mother swan leading her cygnets behind her.
Example 3: As the sun set, the swans settled down on the water, creating a beautiful scene against the orange sky.
Fun Fact
Did you know that swans are known to mate for life? They are very devoted partners and can often be seen swimming together in pairs.
Famous Quote
"Swans reflect the beauty of the world." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "swan" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A large bird with a long neck
c) A small mammal
d) A kind of tree
Answer: b) A large bird with a long neck
2. Which of these is a synonym of "swan"?
a) Eagle
b) Waterfowl
c) Penguin
d) Sparrow
Answer: b) Waterfowl
3. Which sentence uses "swan" correctly?
a) The swan painted a picture.
b) The swan sang beautifully.
c) The swan swam gracefully in the lake.
d) The swan read a book.
Answer: c) The swan swam gracefully in the lake.
4. Which idiom means being very elegant?
a) Swansong
b) Graceful as a swan
c) As busy as a bee
d) A horse of a different colour
Answer: b) Graceful as a swan
5. What is the opposite of "swan"?
a) N/A
b) Fish
c) Lion
d) Rabbit
Answer: a) N/A
