swing
swing
swɪng
sving
British pronunciation
/swɪŋ/

Definition und Bedeutung von „swing“ im Englischen

to swing
01

schwingen, pendeln

to move or make something move from one side to another while suspended
Intransitive
Transitive: to swing sb/sth
to swing definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
The worker in the warehouse swung the pallet from one side to another using the forklift.
Der Arbeiter im Lager schwang die Palette mit dem Gabelstapler von einer Seite zur anderen.
02

schwingen, schlagen

to strike or target something using a sweeping motion, typically with the arm
Transitive: to swing a handled implement
to swing definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
In the heat of the battle, the knight swung his sword, aiming to strike down his opponent.
In der Hitze des Gefechts schwang der Ritter sein Schwert, um seinen Gegner niederzustrecken.
03

wechseln, verändern

to shift or cause to shift from one opinion, mood, etc. to another
Transitive: to swing a opinion or perception
example
Beispiele
The turn of events during the debate swung the audience's support from one candidate to the other.
Die Wendung der Ereignisse während der Debatte verlagerte die Unterstützung des Publikums von einem Kandidaten zum anderen.
04

manipulieren, erreichen

to succeed in achieving or getting something, particularly in a dishonest way
Transitive: to swing an achievement
example
Beispiele
The student tried to swing a passing grade by bribing the teacher with a tempting offer.
Der Student versuchte, eine bestandene Note zu erschleichen, indem er den Lehrer mit einem verlockenden Angebot bestach.
05

schwingen, swingen

(of music) to be performed or played with a distinctive rhythmic feel characterized by a lively, propulsive groove
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
When the trumpet player took the lead, the entire band followed suit, causing the music to swing effortlessly.
Als der Trompeter die Führung übernahm, folgte die ganze Band, wodurch die Musik mühelos swingen konnte.
06

schwingen, schaukeln

to move or walk with a rhythmic and swaying motion
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
The procession of marchers swung down the street.
Der Zug der Demonstranten schwang die Straße entlang.
07

schwingen, schaukeln

to move or propel in a curving, pendulum-like motion, often smoothly and with a sense of ease
Transitive: to swing sth
example
Beispiele
In the playground, the girl swung her legs back and forth on the swing.
Auf dem Spielplatz schwang das Mädchen ihre Beine vor und zurück auf der Schaukel.
08

schwingen, mit Swing spielen

to perform music with a fluid and rhythmically expressive style
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
The percussionist skillfully swung between different instruments.
Der Perkussionist schwang geschickt zwischen verschiedenen Instrumenten hin und her.
09

schwingen, pendeln

to be suspended from a support and move freely in a pendulum-like manner
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
The monkey in the jungle effortlessly swung from branch to branch.
Der Affe im Dschungel schwang sich mühelos von Ast zu Ast.
10

beleben, vibrieren

to be in a state of liveliness, excitement, and modernity
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
With its dynamic menu and trendy decor, the restaurant is sure to swing.
Mit seiner dynamischen Speisekarte und trendigen Einrichtung wird das Restaurant sicherlich schwingen.
11

tauschen, swingen

to engage in consensual, non-monogamous activities involving the exchange of partners
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
Some individuals choose to swing as a way to explore their sexual boundaries.
Einige Personen entscheiden sich für Swingen als eine Möglichkeit, ihre sexuellen Grenzen zu erkunden.
01

a play device that supports a person moving back and forth

swing definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
He felt a rush of nostalgia as he sat on the backyard swing.
02

Swing, Swingmusik

a form of jazz characterized by its lively rhythms, syncopated beats, and emphasis on improvisation, notably popularized in the 1930s and 1940s
swing definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
The guitarist 's nimble fingers effortlessly navigated the intricate chord changes of the swing composition.
Die flinken Finger des Gitarristen navigierten mühelos durch die komplexen Akkordwechsel der Swing-Komposition.
03

Swing, Swing-Tanz

a lively and energetic style of dance characterized by rhythmic movements, spins, turns, and coordinated footwork
swing definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
At the swing competition, couples showcased their unique styles and flair, captivating the audience with their dynamic performances.
Beim Swing-Wettbewerb zeigten die Paare ihre einzigartigen Stile und ihr Flair und fesselten das Publikum mit ihren dynamischen Darbietungen.
04

a broad, sweeping blow, stroke, or motion, typically with an arm, weapon, or object

swing definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
The swing of the hammer split the wood in two.
05

a noticeable shift from one opinion, position, or state to another

example
Beispiele
He felt a swing of mood after reading the letter.
06

movement from one place or position to another by shifting back and forth or oscillating

example
Beispiele
There was a noticeable swing of the crane as it lifted the load.
07

a state of sustained, vigorous, and characteristic activity, often showing momentum or rhythm

example
Beispiele
He settled into the swing of city life.
08

Schwung, Schlag

the act of a batter attempting to hit the ball with the bat in baseball
example
Beispiele
The batter 's swing connected with the ball, sending it deep into center field.
Der Schwung des Schlägers traf den Ball und schickte ihn tief ins Mittelfeld.
09

Schwung, Bewegung

the action of hitting the golf ball with the club
example
Beispiele
His swing speed increased with training.
Seine Schwunggeschwindigkeit erhöhte sich mit dem Training.
10

a lively, jaunty, or syncopated rhythm in music, especially jazz

example
Beispiele
She learned to tap her foot to the swing of the song.
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