NOUN

Applaus/aˈplaʊ̯s/applause; ovation; clapping

Applaus is a German noun that means applause, ovation, or clapping. It is pronounced /aˈplaʊ̯s/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Applause".

Definitions

1.the show of approval by clapping hands after a performance or speech(performance, public event)

a.strong or enthusiastic clapping by an audience

Nach dem Konzert gab es langen Applaus.After the concert, there was prolonged applause.

b.recognition for an accomplished act

Er erhielt Applaus für seine gelungene Rede.He received applause for his successful speech.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Applausdie Applause
Genitivedes Applausder Applause
Dativedem Applausden Applausen
Accusativeden Applausdie Applause

Frequently asked questions

What does "Applaus" mean in English?
"Applaus" means applause, ovation, or clapping. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Applaus"?
"Applaus" is pronounced /aˈplaʊ̯s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Applaus" der, die, or das?
"Applaus" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Applaus"?
The plural of "Applaus" is "Applause".
What part of speech is "Applaus"?
"Applaus" is a noun in German.

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