صفق in English:

We applauded the performer.

The audience applauded for a full five minutes.

The audience applauded the actress.

We applauded his honesty.

The crowd applauded for several minutes.

As I entered the room, they applauded.

The audience applauded him, which means his performance was a success.

The crowd whistled and applauded at President Obama's speech.

With one accord the audience stood up and applauded.