拍手 — meaning in English

English meaning

• applaud verb To clap your hands to show approval or enjoyment.
• applause noun Clapping and cheering used to show approval, usually after a performance or speech.
• clap verb To strike the palms of the hands together to make a sharp sound, especially to applaud.

Senses

拍手 is used for these senses in English:

• applaud (transitive, intransitive) To express approval (of something) by clapping the hands.
• applause The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by the clapping of hands, stamping or tapping of the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation.
• clap The act of striking the palms of the hands, or any two surfaces, together.
• clap (intransitive) To strike the palms of the hands together, creating a sharp sound.

applaud — full definition

1. verb To clap your hands to show approval or enjoyment.
2. verb To praise or express strong approval of something.

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