applaudissements

/a.plo.di.smɑ̃/

applause

Le public a fait une longue ovation avec des applaudissements nourris.

The audience gave a long standing ovation with sustained applause.

formal

The act of clapping hands to express approval, appreciation, or encouragement, typically in a group setting.

Les applaudissements ont retenti dans toute la salle après le discours.

Applause echoed throughout the hall after the speech.

Often used in formal or ceremonial contexts, such as concerts, speeches, or performances.

Collocations

to applaud wildly

Use 'applaudissements' for formal settings, and 'bravos' for more informal, enthusiastic applause.

From the verb 'applaudir' (to applaud), derived from Latin 'applaudere' (to clap).

In French, 'applaudissements' is often used in formal or ceremonial contexts, while 'bravos' is more informal and enthusiastic.

applaudir

to applaud

root

-issements

plural noun form

suffix

Dictionnaire Français-Anglais