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    Palmadas (en. Clapping)

    /palˈmaðas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Hits given with the palm of the hand, generally as a form of congratulation or to get attention.
    The child received claps for his good behavior.
    El niño recibió palmadas por su buen comportamiento.
    Applause given to express approval or encouragement.
    The audience began to clap at the end of the performance.
    El público comenzó a dar palmadas al finalizar la actuación.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'palmear', which means to hit with the palm of the hand.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give claps
    To perform an action of gently hitting with the hand, usually to express congratulations or joy.
    dar palmadas
    pats on the back
    A gesture of support or approval, often used among friends.
    palmadas en la espalda

    Related Words

    palmear
    Action of giving claps.
    palmear
    applause
    Sound produced when giving claps.
    aplauso

    Slang Meanings

    To give a pat on the back
    When he helped me, I gave him a pat on the back as a thank you.
    Cuando él me ayudó, le di una palmada en la espalda como agradecimiento.
    A loving pat
    I always give my dog a loving pat when he comes.
    Siempre le doy una palmada cariñosa a mi perro cuando viene.