German Word · Intermediate
Schwung
a swinging motion, sweep
Pronunciation: /ʃvʊŋ/
Meaning
a swinging motion, sweep
Example
Mit einem Schwung warf er alle Akten vom Tisch.
In one sweep he threw all the files off the desk.
Practice tips
- Practice Schwung out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.