English–Japanese

“applause” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajihakushu

Example

大きな拍手をお願いします。ō ki na haku shu o o nega i shi ma su

Please give a big round of applause.

Illustration for 拍手 (applause)

How to say “applause” in Japanese

“Applause” in Japanese is 拍手 (hakushu).

Describes the sound and response created when people clap their hands to show approval or encouragement.

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

Example sentences with 拍手

子どもたちは先生の話に拍手で応えました。ko do mo ta chi wa sen sei no hanashi ni haku shu de kota e ma shi ta

The children responded to the teacher's words with applause.

Tips for using 拍手

  • The phrase "a round of applause" is common in English after a performance, speech, or introduction, while "applause" itself normally has no plural form.

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