How to Pronounce "applauding"
word
əˈpɫɔdɪŋ
uh-PLAW-ding
ɐplˈɔːdɪŋ
uh-PLAW-ding
Definition
Clapping your hands together to show approval, enjoyment, or praise, usually after a performance or speech.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈpɫɔdɪŋ
British English
ɐplˈɔːdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-PLAW-ding
UK
uh-PLAW-ding
Listen in Context
The audience was applauding after the singer finished her song.
Everyone started applauding at the end of the show.
The students were applauding their teacher for her hard work.
He stood on stage, smiling while everyone was applauding.