Klatschen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Klatschen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to clap", "to applaud" or "to gossip".

Essential properties of "klatschen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: klatschen
  • Simple past: klatschte
  • Participle: geklatscht

See full conjugation of klatschen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "klatschen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make noise by repeatedly hitting hands"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Zuschauer klatschen begeistert nach dem Konzert.The audience clapped enthusiastically after the concert.
  2. Er klatscht in die Hände, um Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen.He claps his hands to get attention.
  3. Die Kinder klatschen im Takt der Musik.The children clap to the rhythm of the music.

2.) "To talk about someone indiscreetly or gossip"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie klatschen über ihre Nachbarn.They gossip about their neighbors.
  2. Er klatscht gerne über Prominente.He likes to gossip about celebrities.
  3. In der Pause klatschen sie über Kollegen.During the break, they gossip about colleagues.

3.) "To make a loud sound by hitting something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Regen klatscht gegen die Fenster.The rain splashes against the windows.
  2. Die Wellen klatschen an die Felsen.The waves crash against the rocks.
  3. Der Ball klatscht auf den Boden.The ball smacks onto the ground.
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