Swing

/swˈɪŋ/

/ˈswɪŋ/

Definition & Bedeutung von "swing"

to swing

VERB

schwingen, pendeln

to move or make something move from one side to another while suspended

Intransitive

Transitive: to swing sb/sth

schwingen, treffen

to strike or target something using a sweeping motion, typically with the arm

Transitive: to swing a handled implement

beeinflussen, ändern

to shift or cause to shift from one opinion, mood, etc. to another

Transitive: to swing a opinion or perception

manipulieren, beeinflussen

to succeed in achieving or getting something, particularly in a dishonest way

Transitive: to swing an achievement

swingen, schwingen

(of music) to be performed or played with a distinctive rhythmic feel characterized by a lively, propulsive groove

Intransitive

schwingen, wiegen

to move or walk with a rhythmic and swaying motion

Intransitive

schwingen, schlenkern

to move or propel in a curving, pendulum-like motion, often smoothly and with a sense of ease

Transitive: to swing sth

swingen, rhythmisch spielen

to perform music with a fluid and rhythmically expressive style

Intransitive

schwingen, pendeln

to be suspended from a support and move freely in a pendulum-like manner

Intransitive

lebendig sein, modern sein

to be in a state of liveliness, excitement, and modernity

Intransitive

Partner tauschen, sich am Swinging beteiligen

to engage in consensual, non-monogamous activities involving the exchange of partners

Intransitive

Swing

SUBSTANTIV

Schaukel, Sitzschaukel

a seat hung by overhead chains or ropes on which people can sit on and move back and forth, often seen in playgrounds

Swing, Swing Jazz

a form of jazz characterized by its lively rhythms, syncopated beats, and emphasis on improvisation, notably popularized in the 1930s and 1940s

Swing, Swingtanz

a lively and energetic style of dance characterized by rhythmic movements, spins, turns, and coordinated footwork

What is "swing"?

Swing is a lively and rhythmic style of dance that developed in the 1920s and 1930s, often performed to jazz music. It includes various forms like Lindy Hop, Charleston, and Jitterbug. Swing dance features upbeat, energetic movements with lots of spins, jumps, and intricate footwork. It is typically danced with a partner and emphasizes fun, rhythm, and improvisation.

Schlag, Schwingung

a sweeping blow or stroke

Änderung, Wendung

a noticeable change from one opinion to another

Schaukel, Schwingung

changing location by moving back and forth

Schwung, Dynamik

a state of steady vigorous action that is characteristic of an activity

Schwung, Schlag

the act of a batter attempting to hit the ball with the bat in baseball

Schwung, Schlag

the action of hitting the golf ball with the club