Pumalakpak (en. To clap)

/pumaˈlakpak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

This refers to the action of making sound with the hands.

The people clapped after the excellent performance.

Pumalakpak ang mga tao matapos ang mahusay na pagtatanghal.

An action often done as a sign of support or appreciation.

The audience sat and clapped as a sign of approval.

Umupo ang mga manonood at pumalakpak bilang tanda ng pagsang-ayon.

A demonstration of joy or happiness by clapping hands.

The child clapped upon seeing his favorite artists.

Pumalakpak ang bata nang makita ang dati niyang paboritong mga artista.

The word 'pumalakpak' comes from the root word 'palakpak' which means 'to clap' or 'to make a noise with one's hands.'

to clap hands

refers to the action of clapping the hands as a sign of support

pumalakpak ng kamay

clap

The sound or action produced by clapping the hands.

palakpak

laughter

The sound or behavior that comes from joy or shared emotion.

tawanan

to clap like extremely happy

Wow, I clapped loudly when our team won the championship!

Grabe, pumalakpak ako ng malakas nung nakuha ng team namin ang championship!

to show support or admiration

Everyone clapped when the artist came out on stage.

Nagpumapalakpak lahat ng tao nung lumabas yung artista sa stage.

to act quickly or in unison

Everyone clap at the same time for the grand finale!

Pumalakpak kayo nang sabay-sabay para sa grand finale!