aplauso
/aˈplauso/masculine
The English phrase 'applause' is translated into Spanish as aplauso. Wiktionary also lists plauso.
Meaning: act of applauding (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| aplauso | /aˈplauso/ | masculine |
| plauso | /plauso/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
Both aplauso and plauso refer to the act of applauding. The related verb for this noun is aplaudir, which means to applaud.
How does it change in a sentence?
While aplauso is a countable noun, it is very common to use the plural form aplausos when referring to the general sound or the reception of applause from an audience.
How do you pronounce it?
/aˈplauso/
When do people say it?
The exclamation ¡Bravo! can be used for both genders and remains the same in singular and plural forms.
Did you know?
- While aplausos is the standard word for clapping, the phrase dar palmas specifically refers to the rhythmic hand-clapping essential to Flamenco music.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, instead of using only 'aplausos', people might use the expression ¡ole! to show enthusiasm during a performance.
- In Spanish, you can use the expression aplaudir de pie to describe a standing ovation, emphasizing the physical act of standing up to show respect.
Examples in context
- Él recibió muchos aplausos.He received much applause.This sentence shows how to express that someone received a lot of aplauso.Tatoeba #949123 by hayastan, translation #302434 by sundown
- Él recibió ovaciones y aplausos.He received cheers and applause.This sentence illustrates the use of aplauso alongside other forms of cheering.Tatoeba #5844339 by albrusgher, translation #2009613 by CM
- Por favor, contengan su aplauso.Please hold your applause.This sentence is useful for requesting that people hold their aplauso.Tatoeba #10170537 by manufrutos, translation #10165877 by CK
- El público brindó un gran aplauso al talentoso violinista.The audience gave a big applause to the talented violinist.
- ¡Bravo! ¡Excelente actuación!Bravo! Excellent performance!
- ¡Muy bien! Has hecho un trabajo excepcional.Well done! You've done an exceptional job.
- ¡Bravo! ¡Fue una interpretación extraordinaria!Bravo! It was an extraordinary performance!
- 7 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Alejandro and Elena are watching a concert.
- Alejandro¡Qué gran concierto ha sido!What a great concert it was!
- ElenaSí, merecen un fuerte aplauso.Yes, they deserve a loud applause.
- AlejandroMira cómo todos aplauden con entusiasmo.Look how everyone is applauding with enthusiasm.
- ElenaEs un aplauso muy merecido.It is a very well-deserved applause.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “applause” translations and entries aplauso, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
