From root: palakpak
Usage Note
Mapalakpak describes an event or performance that is characterized by receiving a great deal of clapping.
Examples
" Mapalakpak ang palabas. "
Natural Translation
The show is full of applause.
Literal Translation
Full-of-applause the show.
" Gusto ko ang mapalakpak na paligsahan. "
Natural Translation
I like a contest that is full of applause.
Literal Translation
Like I the full-of-applause that contest.
" Naging mapalakpak ang gabi nang umakyat sa entablado ang batang mang-aawit na umani ng papuri sa buong madla. "
Natural Translation
The night was full of applause when the young singer who earned the whole crowd's praise went up on stage.
Literal Translation
Became full-of-applause the night when went-up on stage the young singer that reaped praise from whole audience.
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