English–German

“applause” in German

German

AlsoBeifall

Pronunciation

IPA/aˈplaʊ̯s/

Example

Der Klang des Applauses war ohrenbetäubend.

The sound of the applause was deafening.

Illustration for Applaus (applause)

How to say “applause” in German

“Applause” in German is Applaus.

A room filling with rhythmic clapping that signals approval after a performance or speech.

Full entry for Applaus: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Applaus

Nach seiner Rede gab es langen Applaus.

There was prolonged applause after his speech.

Tips for using Applaus

  • Applaus is masculine, so the standard form is der Applaus, and it normally has no plural in German.

Other German words for “applause”

Das Publikum spendete viel Beifall.

The audience gave a great deal of applause.

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