Slap

Synonyms of slap

• strike
• smack
• hit

Antonyms of slap

• pat
• stroke
• caress

Collocations of slap

slap in the face

Frequency: 80 %

His harsh words felt like a slap in the face to her.

slap on the wrist

Frequency: 70 %

The judge gave him a slap on the wrist for his minor offense.

slap on the back

Frequency: 60 %

He gave his friend a hearty slap on the back to congratulate him.

slap on the table

Frequency: 45 %

She slammed her hand down in a slap on the table to emphasize her point.

slap on the butt

Frequency: 30 %

The coach gave the player a playful slap on the butt as encouragement.

Idiomatic Expressions for slap

• Phrase: Slap on the back
  Meaning: An expression of praise, encouragement, or approval.
  Usage: After completing the project ahead of schedule, the team received a slap on the back from their manager.