What is the Spanish word for "handshake"?

Learn how to say "handshake" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

handshake

Spanish

apretón de manos

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Examples of how to use "handshake" in Spanish

English
A firm handshake is a sign of confidence.
Spanish
Un apretón de manos firme es una señal de confianza.
English
They greeted each other with a firm handshake.
Spanish
Se saludaron con un apretón de manos firme.
English
A friendly handshake began the business meeting.
Spanish
Un apretón de manos amistoso inició la reunión de negocios.
English
She practiced a polite handshake before the interview.
Spanish
Ella practicó un apretón de manos cortés antes de la entrevista.
English
He gave the winner a congratulatory handshake.
Spanish
Él le dio al ganador un apretón de manos de felicitación.

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