prazer

[pɾaˈzeɾ]

nounmasculinepl: prazeres

pleasure

1. A feeling of happiness, satisfaction, or enjoyment

It was a pleasure to meet you.

Foi um prazer conhecê-lo.

2. Something that causes enjoyment or satisfaction

Reading is one of her greatest pleasures.

Ler é um dos seus maiores prazeres.

3. Sexual gratification or desire

Physical pleasure

Prazer físico

4. Will or desire (archaic/formal usage)

At your pleasure

Ao seu prazer

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

prazer

Standard usage across Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

prazer

Standard usage with possible colloquial emphasis on sensory pleasure

São Paulo

prazer

Standard usage in formal and informal contexts

Portugal

prazer

Standard usage with more formal register in traditional contexts

prazer em conhecê-lo (nice to meet you)

dar prazer (to give pleasure)

com prazer (with pleasure)

ter prazer em (to have pleasure in)

prazer dos olhos (a feast for the eyes)

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