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pleasure

The correct spelling is pleasure.

How to pronounce pleasure

/ˈplɛʒə/
noun

IPA: /ˈplɛʒə/

Say it like: Plee-zhe-r

The correct spelling is pleasure. A state of being pleased or contented; gratification. For example: "He remembered with pleasure his home and family."

Usage Examples

He remembered with pleasure his home and family.

Having a good night's sleep is one of life's little pleasures.

What is your pleasure: coffee or tea?

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A state of being pleased or contented; gratification.
  2. 2.A person, thing or action that causes enjoyment.
  3. 3.One's preference.
  4. 4.The will or desire of someone or some agency in power.

verb

  1. 1.To give or afford pleasure to.
  2. 2.To give sexual pleasure to.
  3. 3.To take pleasure; to seek or pursue pleasure.

interjection

  1. 1.Pleased to meet you, "It's my pleasure"

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