el aplauso
the applause
Example Sentence
El aplauso fue largo al final del espectáculo.
The applause was long at the end of the show.
Meaning
El aplauso means applause, the clapping you hear after a performance. It is usually treated as a singular noun in Spanish.
Common Phrases
- un aplauso fuerte — a loud round of applause
- recibir aplauso — to receive applause
Example
El aplauso fue enorme.
The applause was huge.
Common Mistake
Using the plural like English: prefer el aplauso instead of los aplausos for the general idea of applause.