aplausos

[ɐ.ˈplau̯.zus]

nounmasculinepl: aplausos

applause, claps

1. The act of clapping hands together to show appreciation, approval, or enjoyment

The audience gave the performer a round of applause.

A plateia deu uma salva de aplausos ao artista.

2. Expressions of approval or praise

The president's speech received aplausos from the crowd.

O discurso do presidente recebeu aplausos da multidão.

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General Brazilian

aplausos

Standard usage throughout Brazil

Portugal

aplausos

Standard usage, may also use 'palmas' colloquially

São Paulo

aplausos

Standard usage

merecer aplausos - to deserve applause

receber aplausos - to receive applause

uma salva de aplausos - a round of applause

aplausos cerrados - loud/sustained applause

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