It's a very common and widely used word in India and other Hindi-speaking regions. You might hear "swagat" said in a variety of situations, such as:
* Greeting guests: "Swagat hai" (Welcome)
* Welcoming someone to a new place: "Is desh mein aapka swagat hai" (Welcome to this country)
* Showing hospitality: "Aapka swagat hai mere ghar mein" (Welcome to my house)
"Swagat" can also be used as a noun, meaning reception or welcome.
For example:
* "Aapke aane ka swagat hai" (Your arrival is welcome)
* "Unka swagat ek grand ceremony mein kiya gaya" (They were welcomed in a grand ceremony)