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Pleasure

usgb/ˈpleʒər/Volume
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Positive Emotion

Use 'pleasure' to express feelings of joy often with a cause like an event or action.

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It was a pleasure to see her winning.
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Personal Enjoyment

'Pleasure' can refer to personal tastes or activities that one enjoys, not necessarily shared by others.

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Cycling is my greatest pleasure.
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Polite Response

In formal English, 'pleasure' can be a polite response to thanks or an introduction.

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'Thank you for your help.' 'It's been a pleasure.'
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