pat someone on the back

US /pæt ˈsʌm.wʌn ɑːn ðə bæk/
UK /pæt ˈsʌm.wʌn ɑːn ðə bæk/
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felicitar a alguien, dar una palmada en la espalda a alguien

to praise someone for doing something good

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The coach patted his team on the back for their excellent performance.
El entrenador felicitó a su equipo por su excelente actuación.
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Don't just pat yourself on the back; there's still a lot of work to do.
No te felicites solo; todavía queda mucho trabajo por hacer.
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