Het applaus
Example: Het applaus was luid na het mooie concert.
Definition
"Het applaus" refers to the act of clapping hands together to show approval, praise, or admiration, especially after a performance or speech. It is a common way for an audience to express their enjoyment or appreciation, as in 'Het applaus was luid na het mooie concert.'
Etymology
The word "het applaus" comes from the French 'applaudir,' meaning to clap or applaud, which in turn derives from the Latin 'applaudere,' combining 'ad-' (to) and 'plaudere' (to strike or clap). Did you know? Applause has been a way to show appreciation since ancient Roman times.
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"Het applaus" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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