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applaudir
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
a. to clap
Lorsque Mia a terminé son solo, tout le monde a applaudi avec enthousiasme.When Mia finished her solo, everyone clapped enthusiastically.
b. to applaud
Le public a commencé à applaudir dès que Rita est apparue sur scène.The audience began to applaud as soon as Rita appeared on stage.
2. (figurative) (to approve)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. to welcome
Les employés ont applaudi le projet d'expansion.The employees welcomed the expansion project.
b. to applaud (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
Le public a applaudi la décision de construire un parc.The audience applauded the decision to build a park.
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Indicative of "applaudir"
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Collins French Verb Conjugation Tables © HarperCollins Publishers 2023
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