pleasure

• Substantiv, das das Gefühl von Glück, Zufriedenheit oder Freude bezeichnet, das aus einer Erfahrung, Tätigkeit oder Sache gewonnen wird; auch etwas, das dieses Gefühl hervorruft, oder Vergnügen als Gegensatz zu Pflicht.

A noun referring to a feeling of happiness, satisfaction, or enjoyment derived from an experience, activity, or thing.

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1. Feeling of enjoymentA2formal

   A feeling of happiness, satisfaction, or enjoyment derived from an activity or experience.

   Vergnügen

   • Reading gives her great pleasure.
   • It was a pleasure to meet you.
   • He takes pleasure in helping others.

   Synonymeblisscontentmentdelightelationenjoymenteuphoriagratificationhappinessjoysatisfaction

   Antonymeanguishdispleasuregriefmiserysorrowunhappiness

2. Source of enjoymentA2formal

   An activity or thing that provides enjoyment or satisfaction.

   Quelle der Freude

   • Gardening is one of her simple pleasures.
   • The pleasure of a good meal cannot be overstated.
   • Traveling is a pleasure that many people enjoy.

   Synonymeblissdelightenjoymentfungratificationjoyrecreationsatisfactionthrilltreat

   Antonymeborechoredrudgerynuisanceordealtrial

3. Polite responseA2formal

   Used as a polite reply to thanks or an introduction.

   Gern geschehen

   • 'Thank you for your help.' 'My pleasure.'
   • 'It was nice meeting you.' 'The pleasure is all mine.'
   • 'Thanks for the invitation.' 'It was our pleasure.'