Pronunciation: [swˈɒnla͡ɪk] (IPA) 
The word "Swanlike" is spelled with the IPA symbols /swɑnlaɪk/. The first syllable, "swan," is pronounced with the /sw/ consonant cluster, which is made by blowing air through pursed lips and then adding a "w" sound. The second syllable, "like," is pronounced with a long "i" sound followed by the voiceless /k/ sound. The combination of these sounds creates the word "Swanlike," which means resembling or characteristic of a swan.
Swanlike is an adjective that describes something or someone that resembles or embodies the qualities associated with swans. Swans are elegant and graceful birds, known for their long necks, slender bodies, and smooth movements on land and water. When something or someone is described as swanlike, it typically suggests poise, beauty, serenity, and a certain air of sophistication.
In a physical sense, swanlike refers to the graceful and elongated movements of someone's body. It often suggests a fluidity in their motions, similar to the way swans glide effortlessly through water. Swans are also recognized for their characteristic long necks, so when something is described as swanlike, it may specifically refer to a graceful and elongated neck or the act of extending the neck gracefully.
The term swanlike is not only applied to physical attributes but can also describe the behavior or personality of an individual. A person who is described as swanlike exhibits a sense of calmness, dignity, and grace in their demeanor and actions. This can refer to their gentle and serene disposition or their ability to remain composed and unruffled in any situation.
Overall, swanlike describes the qualities and characteristics reminiscent of swans, including elegance, grace, serenity, beauty, and poise.
The word "swanlike" is derived from the noun "swan", which refers to a large aquatic bird with a long neck, typically white in color. The term "swan" originated from the Old English word "swon", which is believed to come from the Proto-Germanic word "swanaz". This Proto-Germanic word has also given rise to similar terms in other Germanic languages, such as "Schwan" in German and "svane" in Danish and Norwegian. The word "like" is a suffix added to "swan" to create the adjective "swanlike", meaning resembling or characteristic of a swan.
