Aplaudir
Example: Todos aplaudieron después de la canción hermosa.
Definition
"Aplaudir" means to express approval or enjoyment by clapping the hands repeatedly, often after a musical performance or speech, as in 'Todos aplaudieron después de la canción hermosa.'
Etymology
The word "aplaudir" comes from the Latin verb 'applaudere,' which combines 'ad-' meaning 'to' and 'plaudere' meaning 'to strike or clap.' Did you know that clapping as a form of applause has been a way to show appreciation since ancient Roman times?
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