B1noun 1K

Pleasure

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpleʒə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpleʒər/"]/

Meaning of Pleasure

a state of feeling or being happy or satisfied

In simple words: A feeling of happiness or enjoyment.

Pleasure in a sentence

• It gives me great pleasure to announce the winner of the competition.
• Reading books is a pleasure that I indulge in every evening.
• She smiled with pleasure when she received the surprise gift.
• The pleasure of a warm bath after a long day cannot be overstated.
• He took pleasure in helping others, often volunteering at the local shelter.

How to use Pleasure

Use 'pleasure' in contexts of enjoyment or satisfaction. It's suitable for both formal and informal settings but may sound overly formal when used casually.

Grammar pattern

feel + pleasure

Memory hint

Imagine taking a moment to enjoy a favorite dessert – that feeling is pleasure!

Related words

Collocations with Pleasure

• considerable
• deep
• enormous
• bring (somebody)
• give (somebody)
• provide
• for pleasure
• with pleasure
• pleasure at
• business and pleasure
• business or pleasure
• etc.
• considerable
• deep
• enormous
• bring (somebody)
• give (somebody)
• provide
• for pleasure
• with pleasure
• pleasure at
• business and pleasure
• business or pleasure
• etc.
• great
• dubious
• little
• have
• enjoy
• forgo
• boat
• craft
• cruise
• the pleasures of life
• the pleasures of the flesh
• To what do I owe the pleasure?

Synonyms for Pleasure

• enjoyment

Opposites of Pleasure

• pain
• displeasure
• sorrow

Common mistakes with Pleasure

• Confused with 'pleasurable' (adjective form).
• Using 'pleasure' as a countable noun incorrectly.
• Mistakenly using 'pleasure' in negative contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Pleasure

What does Pleasure mean?

A feeling of happiness or enjoyment.

What is the definition of Pleasure?

a state of feeling or being happy or satisfied

How do you use Pleasure in a sentence?

It gives me great pleasure to announce the winner of the competition.

Can you give another example of Pleasure?

Reading books is a pleasure that I indulge in every evening.

What are synonyms for Pleasure?

Common alternatives include enjoyment.

What is the opposite of Pleasure?

Opposite meanings include pain, displeasure, sorrow.

What words go with Pleasure?

It commonly pairs with considerable, deep, enormous, bring (somebody), give (somebody), provide, for pleasure, with pleasure, pleasure at, business and pleasure, business or pleasure, etc., considerable, deep, enormous, bring (somebody), give (somebody), provide, for pleasure, with pleasure, pleasure at, business and pleasure, business or pleasure, etc., great, dubious, little, have, enjoy, forgo, boat, craft, cruise, the pleasures of life, the pleasures of the flesh, To what do I owe the pleasure?.

What are common mistakes when using Pleasure?

Confused with 'pleasurable' (adjective form). Using 'pleasure' as a countable noun incorrectly. Mistakenly using 'pleasure' in negative contexts.

How do you pronounce Pleasure?

US: /["/ˈpleʒər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpleʒə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Pleasure?

Use 'pleasure' in contexts of enjoyment or satisfaction. It's suitable for both formal and informal settings but may sound overly formal when used casually.

What CEFR level is Pleasure?

"Pleasure" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.