Clapped Meaning in English
word · lemma: clap
Definition
'Clapped' is the past tense of 'clap'. It means having hit your hands together to make a noise, usually to show approval or appreciation.
Usage & Nuances
Usually describes audible hand applause, often after a performance, speech, or achievement. Formal in official events, informal among friends. Less commonly, 'clapped' can mean 'struck loudly' ('He clapped me on the back'). Do not confuse with 'collapse'.
Spanish: aplaudió - dio palmadasPortuguese (BR): aplaudiu - bateu palmasPortuguese (PT): aplaudiu - bateu palmasChinese (Simplified): 鼓掌了Chinese (Traditional): 鼓掌了Hindi: ताली बजाईArabic: صفقBengali: তালি দিয়েছিল - করতালি করেছিলRussian: захлопал - аплодировалJapanese: 拍手したVietnamese: vỗ tayKorean: 박수쳤다Turkish: alkışladıUrdu: تالیاں بجائیںIndonesian: bertepuk tangan
Example Sentences
Everyone clapped at the end of the concert.
basic
She clapped loudly to get our attention.
basic
The children clapped for their teacher.
basic
We all clapped when he finally solved the puzzle.
natural
He clapped me on the back and said, 'Good job!'
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The audience clapped and cheered as the band walked off stage.
natural