noun
der Applaus, -e
taps
Geräusch, das Menschen machen, wenn sie in die Hände klatschen, um Zustimmung oder Freude zu zeigen.
The German word "Applaus" is a noun meaning "applause" or "clapping". It originates from the Latin word applausus, meaning the act of clapping hands to show approval or praise.
There are no smaller German words it is directly composed of, as it is borrowed.
Similar words:
- Beifall (praise, applause)
- Zustimmung (approval)
- Anerkennung (recognition)
Difference:
- Applaus specifically refers to the physical act of clapping as a sign of approval.
- Beifall is a bit broader, referring to approval which may or may not involve clapping.
- Zustimmung and Anerkennung relate more to verbal or general approval/recognition rather than the physical clapping.
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Der Applaus des Publikums ist laut.noun
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