Spanish Conversation · Level 185
15 words
Spanish word
cisne
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈθisne/
Meaning
- masculine nounswan
Example
Los cisnes nadan cerca de la orilla.
The swans swim near the shore.
More examples
La pareja de cisnes descansaba en el estanque.
The pair of swans was resting in the pond.
Core concept
Large water bird with a very long curved neck gliding on a lake.
Common phrases
pareja de cisnes
pair of swans
grupo de cisnes
group of swans
cuello de cisne
swan's neck
Similar words
pájaro: General feathered creature with wings and a body adapted for flight.
pato: Compact-bodied water bird with a broad flat bill that swims and paddles.
ganso: Large waterfowl with a robust body that walks and feeds on land as well as water.
garza: Slender wading bird with long legs and a pointed bill for catching prey in shallow water.
Definition in Spanish
Ave acuática de cuello muy largo y cuerpo grande, frecuente en lagos, estanques y orillas.
Word origin
Spanish cisne comes from Latin cycnus, ultimately from Greek κύκνος (kýknos), the classical name for the swan that passed into the Romance languages through regular sound changes.
Usage tips
- Pronunciation varies regionally: in Spain c before i is pronounced like English th, while in most of Latin America it is pronounced like s.