Aplaudió (en. Applauded)
/a.pla.uˈðjo/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To perform a demonstration of approval or enthusiasm through hand claps.
The audience applauded at the end of the play.
El público aplaudió al final de la obra.
To express recognition or praise for someone or something.
The critics applauded the actor's performance.
La crítica aplaudió el desempeño del actor.
To indicate satisfaction or appreciation for a fact or action.
The teacher applauded the student's initiative.
El maestro aplaudió la iniciativa del estudiante.
Etymology
From the Latin 'applaudere', which means 'to clap hands in approval'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
give a round of applause
express applause or approval.
dar un aplauso
applaud with enthusiasm
applaud in a very animated way.
aplaudir con entusiasmo
applaud the performance
express approval for a performance or presentation.
aplaudir la actuación
Related Words
applause
Demonstration of approval through clapping.
aplauso
ovation
Applause that is performed in a prolonged and enthusiastic manner.
ovación
recognition
Action of acknowledging the merit or value of something or someone.
reconocimiento
Slang Meanings
To approve enthusiastically
The program was so good that everyone applauded.
El programa estuvo tan bueno que todo el mundo aplaudió.
To celebrate an action
Everyone applauded the team's effort.
Todos aplaudieron el esfuerzo del equipo.