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applaudieren

English translation of applaudieren

applaud

Applaudieren is the German verb for applaud. It is used in the same way as in English, to show appreciation or approval for a performance or achievement. For example, 'The audience applauded the singer's performance.' would be 'Das Publikum applaudierte der Sängerin.' in German.


Example sentences using: applaudieren

Sie sollte für ihre Leistung applaudieren

English translation of Sie sollte für ihre Leistung applaudieren

She should applaud for her performance

In this sentence, the verb 'applaudieren' is used to indicate that the subject (she) should praise herself for her own achievements or performance. This could be in any context such as a work-related accomplishment, or a successful personal endeavor.

Die Menschen im Theater begannen zu applaudieren

English translation of Die Menschen im Theater begannen zu applaudieren

The people in the theater began to applaud

The verb 'applaudieren' here signifies that the audience in the theater started clapping their hands in appreciation of a performance. This is a common response at the end of a show, or after a particularly impressive scene.

Wir werden immer für Ihre Großzügigkeit applaudieren

English translation of Wir werden immer für Ihre Großzügigkeit applaudieren

We will always applaud for your generosity

In this example, 'applaudieren' is used in a metaphorical sense. It means that the subject (we) will always appreciate the person's generosity, as if providing a round of applause. Appreciation may not always involve literal clapping, but the sentiment remains the same.

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