Translation guide
The English word 'clapper' can refer to the striking part inside a bell, a person who claps, or a device used to make a clapping sound. This guide covers how to express these meanings in Japanese.
The internal part of a bell that strikes the sides to produce sound.
Literally 'tongue', this is the standard term for the clapper of a bell.
A person who applauds or claps their hands, especially in a performance context.
General phrase meaning 'person who claps/applauds'. Not a single noun, but natural.
観客の中に熱心な拍手をする人がいた。
There was an enthusiastic clapper in the audience.
A mechanical or electronic device that produces a clap sound, such as a film clapperboard or a sound-activated switch.
The standard term for a film clapperboard. Onomatopoeic.
鐘の舌が揺れて音が出る。
The bell's clapper swings and produces sound.
Specifically the clapper of a small bell or suzu. More technical.
鈴舌が取れてしまった。
The clapper of the bell came off.
More literal 'person who claps hands'. Can be used for any hand clapping, not just applause.
手を叩く人がリズムを刻んでいた。
A clapper was keeping the rhythm.
監督がカチンコを鳴らした。
The director clapped the clapperboard.
Loanword from English, used for sound-activated switches (e.g., 'The Clapper') or generic clapping devices.
クラッパーで電気をつける。
Turn on the light with The Clapper.