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.
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.
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.
The bell's clapper swings and produces sound.
Specifically the clapper of a small bell or suzu. More technical.
The clapper of the bell came off.
There was an enthusiastic clapper in the audience.
More literal 'person who claps hands'. Can be used for any hand clapping, not just applause.
A clapper was keeping the rhythm.
The director clapped the clapperboard.
Loanword from English, used for sound-activated switches (e.g., 'The Clapper') or generic clapping devices.
Turn on the light with The Clapper.