How Do You Spell SWART?

Pronunciation: [swˈɔːt] (IPA)

According to the IPA phonetic transcription, the word "swart" is spelled as /swɑrt/. The word originated from Middle English "swart", meaning black or dark in skin color. It is usually used to describe a person's complexion. The spelling is a combination of 's' and 'w' followed by 'a', which is pronounced as 'ah'. The 'r' at the end is silent but indicates that the 'a' should be pronounced as in the "father" vowel sound. "Swart" is a relatively uncommon word in contemporary English but still appears in literature from time to time.

SWART Meaning and Definition

1. The term "swart" is an adjective with multiple definitions, typically used to describe a person's appearance or a specific natural object. Primarily, it refers to a dark or dusky skin color, specifically pertaining to individuals with a Mediterranean or Southern European complexion. This adjective can indicate a deep tan or a complexion with a rich, warm undertone. Therefore, it is often applied to describe individuals with a complexion that is darker than fair or pale, but not fully black or brown.

   Additionally, "swart" can also describe something that is dark or black in color, specifically in reference to inanimate objects such as a swart robe, swart hair, or swart shadows. This suggests a shade that is closer to black than gray or brown, evoking a sense of depth and intensity.

   While "swart" is associated with darkness, it doesn't carry any derogatory connotations. Rather, it is used to denote a particular complexion or color accurately. This adjective is often used in literature, poetry, and descriptive narratives to vividly depict the physical characteristics of individuals and objects with a dark or dusky appearance.

2. • Darkly brown; black; tawny.

   • To blacken; to make dusky.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SWART

• zwart
• xwart
• ewart
• wwart
• sqart
• saart
• ssart
• s3art
• s2art
• swzrt
• swsrt
• swwrt
• swqrt
• swadt
• swaft
• swarg
• swary

Etymology of SWART

The word "swart" comes from the Old English word "sweart", which means "black" or "dark-colored". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "swartaz", which has the same meaning. This Proto-Germanic term can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*swordo-", meaning "dirty" or "dark". The word "swart" has had various forms and spellings throughout its history, including "swarte" and "swartt". Over time, it has evolved into the modern English word "swart", which is primarily used in literary or poetic contexts to describe something that is black or dark in color.

Similar spelling words for SWART

• swarthy,
• sword,
• swihart,
• swertia,
• sward.