From root: palakpak
Usage Note
Palakpakan refers to the continuous or simultaneous clapping from a group of people, such as an audience.
Examples
" Malakas ang palakpakan. "
Natural Translation
The applause is loud.
Literal Translation
Loud the applause.
" Narinig ang palakpakan sa labas. "
Natural Translation
The collective applause was heard outside.
Literal Translation
Heard the collective-applause at outside.
" Pagkatapos niyang awitin ang huling nota, biglang umalingawngaw ang palakpakan ng libu-libong tao sa buong teatro. "
Natural Translation
After she sang the last note, the applause of thousands of people suddenly echoed throughout the theater.
Literal Translation
After her sing the last note, suddenly echoed the applause of thousands people at whole theater.
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