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plaisir

English translation of plaisir

pleasure

The French word 'plaisir' translates to 'pleasure' in English. It is used to express a feeling of enjoyment or satisfaction. For example, 'C'est un vrai plaisir de vous rencontrer' means 'It's a real pleasure to meet you.' It can also be used in the context of activities, such as 'Prendre du plaisir à faire quelque chose' which means 'To take pleasure in doing something.'


Example sentences using: plaisir

C'est un plaisir de vous rencontrer.

English translation of C'est un plaisir de vous rencontrer.

It's a pleasure to meet you.

This phrase is usually used when meeting someone for the first time. It is a polite way to express the pleasure derived from the first encounter.

Prenez plaisir à faire de la musique.

English translation of Prenez plaisir à faire de la musique.

Take pleasure in making music.

This sentence encourages the listener to seek joy in the act of creating music. It assumes that playing music should be done with enjoyment and not be seen as a chore.

Cela me fait plaisir de t'aider.

English translation of Cela me fait plaisir de t'aider.

It gives me pleasure to help you.

This phrase is used when you want to express that you enjoy helping the person you are addressing. It signifies that helping the other person is not a burden, but rather something that you find enjoyable.

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