Slapped: meaning, definitions and examples

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slapped

 

[ slรฆpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical action

The word 'slapped' is the past tense of the verb 'slap'. It refers to a sudden striking motion made with an open hand against someone or something, often resulting in a sharp sound. This action can signify various emotions such as anger, annoyance, or even playfulness. It is commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts. Slapping can also indicate a reprimand or a surprise, depending on the situation.

Synonyms

hit, smack, strike, whack.

Examples of usage

  • She slapped him playfully on the back.
  • He was so frustrated that he slapped the table.
  • The teacher slapped the ruler against the desk to get the students' attention.

Translations

Translations of the word "slapped" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bofeteado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฅเคชเฅเคชเคกเคผ เคฎเคพเคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geschlagen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dicambuk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะดะฐั€ะธะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ spoliczkowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฉใ‹ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท giflรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ abofeteado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tepik atฤฑldฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋•Œ๋ฆฌ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตูุนุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ udeล™en

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ udretรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ขซๆ‰“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ udaren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ slรกtraรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะพา›า›ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒแƒ›แƒ™แƒ”แƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸillษ™lษ™nmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ abofeteado

Etymology

The term 'slap' has its roots in the Middle English 'slappe', which is an onomatopoeic word derived from the sound of a slap itself. This word evolved in usage, with its earliest instances relating to a striking motion. It has connections to various Germanic languages, including Dutch 'slappen' and German 'schlagen', both meaning 'to strike'. Over the centuries, 'slap' has maintained its association with a quick, sharp, and sometimes unexpected physical action. The past tense 'slapped' became widely used in the 19th century, reflecting an action that has already been completed. This evolution in language showcases how expressions of physical action have adapted to convey emotions and social nuances.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,614, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.