What does the phrasal verb “swan in” mean?

What are the definitions of “swan in”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Enter in a dramatic or attention - seeking manner.

  He SWANNED IN surrounded by photographers.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “swan in”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb swan in is to enter a place in a dramatic or attention-seeking manner. It is often used to describe someone who wants to be noticed or make a grand entrance.

What are the different verb forms of “swan in”?

Root Verb	swan in
Third Person Singular Present	swans in
Present Participle	swanning in
Simple Past	swanned in
Past Participle	swanned in

Example

She always swans in late to the party, making sure everyone notices her.

Example

He swans in the room, surrounded by his entourage.

Example

They are swanning in the event, drawing all the attention to themselves.

Example

Yesterday, she swanned in the meeting, making a dramatic entrance.

Example

He had swanned in the party, making sure everyone saw him.

What kind of phrasal verb is “swan in”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb?
- A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.)
- An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Intransitive verb

“swan in” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

She swanned in with a flourish.

Example

He swanned in the room, making a grand entrance.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb?
- A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle.
- An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“swan in” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

She swanned in with a flourish.

Example

He swanned in the room, making a grand entrance.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “swan in”?

Swan around

To move about in a leisurely or aimless manner, often in a self-important or showy way.

Example

She spent the afternoon swanning around the mall, trying on expensive clothes.

Swan song

The final performance or work of a person's career, often considered their most significant or memorable.

Example

The legendary singer's final concert was a fitting swan song to her illustrious career.

Swan dive

A type of dive in which the diver arches their back and extends their arms and legs outward, resembling a swan.

Example

The Olympic diver executed a perfect swan dive into the pool.

Good things to know

Does “swan in” have an informal or formal tone?

Swan in is an informal phrasal verb, typically used in casual conversations or informal writing. It is not commonly used in formal settings or professional writing.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “swan in”?

Synonyms

• stride in
• sashay in
• breeze in
• sweep in
• stroll in
• march in

Antonyms

• exit
• leave
• depart
• withdraw
• retreat
• go out