paak3 sau2拍手
Jyutpingpaak3 sau2
Yalepaak sáu
Definition
To clap one's hands; to applaud, usually to show appreciation or welcome.
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How it's used
While 拍手 is the standard way to describe the physical act of clapping, it is often used in a social context to signal approval or to initiate a round of applause. When you want to specifically praise someone's performance or achievement, you might combine it with 鼓掌, though 拍手 remains the most natural choice in casual speech.
Examples
Let's all clap to welcome him.
Why are you clapping all of a sudden?
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
