Slap: meaning, definitions and examples

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slap

[ slæp ]

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physical action

To hit someone or something with the palm of one's hand, especially in a quick, sharp manner.

Synonyms

clap, smack, strike

Examples of usage

She slapped him across the face in anger.
He slapped the table to get everyone's attention.

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action

A sharp blow or smack given with the open hand or with something flat.

Synonyms

hit, smack, whack

Examples of usage

She gave him a slap on the back for good luck.
The slap of the waves against the shore was soothing.

Translations

Translations of the word "slap" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tapa

🇮🇳 थप्पड़

🇩🇪 Schlag

🇮🇩 tamparan

🇺🇦 ляпас

🇵🇱 klaps

🇯🇵 平手打ち (hirateuchi)

🇫🇷 gifle

🇪🇸 bofetada

🇹🇷 tokat

🇰🇷 따귀

🇸🇦 صفعة

🇨🇿 facka

🇸🇰 facka

🇨🇳 拍打 (pāi dǎ)

🇸🇮 udarec

🇮🇸 löðrungur

🇰🇿 шапалақ

🇬🇪 სილა

🇦🇿 şillə

🇲🇽 bofetada

Word origin

The word 'slap' originated in the late 17th century, possibly imitative of the sound of a blow. It has been used to describe a quick, sharp hit or a sound of impact ever since.