VocabJLPT N1
swan (Cygnus spp.)
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. swan (Cygnus spp.)
  2. 2. white bird
This noun refers to a swan, the large elegant white bird known for its graceful appearance on water. The word appears in nature writing, fairy tales, and is also associated with famous ballet and musical works.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My friend suddenly said, "Swans have such long necks, they creep me out."

Sentence 2

After dinner, we all watched swan videos together as a family.

Sentence 3

I sat on a bench by the river, watching the swans and drinking coffee.

Sentence 4

Is that design meant to evoke the curves of a swan?

Sentence 5

He encouraged me, saying "Walk tall, like a swan."