From root: palakpak
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
pumalakpak
pu-ma-lak-PAK
clapped
Present (Incomplete)
pumapalakpak
pu-ma-pa-lak-PAK
clapping
Future (Contemplated)
papalakpak
pa-pa-lak-PAK
will clap
Usage Note
Pumalakpak is used to describe the act of clapping hands to show appreciation, applause, or joy during performances and social gatherings. It is an actor-focus verb, highlighting the person who is expressing approval through the gesture.
Examples
" Pumalakpak ang mga bata. "
Natural Translation
The children clapped.
Literal Translation
Clapped the children.
" Pumalakpak ang lahat sa saya. "
Natural Translation
Everyone clapped in happiness.
Literal Translation
Clapped the everyone in happiness.
" Pagkatapos ng magandang pagtatanghal, pumalakpak nang malakas ang buong madla bilang pasasalamat sa mga artista. "
Natural Translation
After the beautiful performance, the whole audience clapped loudly as thanks to the performers.
Literal Translation
After of beautiful performance, clapped loudly the whole audience as thanks to the artists.
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