Spanish Conversation · Level 46
75 words
Spanish word
placer
Pronunciation
IPA/plaˈθeɾ/
Meaning
- masculine nounpleasure
Example
Es un placer ayudarte.
It is a pleasure to help you.
More examples
Leo por placer, no por obligación.
I read for pleasure, not out of obligation.
Core concept
Warm feeling of satisfaction when a desire is fulfilled.
Common phrases
con placer
with pleasure
tener el placer de
have the pleasure of
buscar placer
seek pleasure
Similar words
gusto: Light enjoyment experienced when something matches one's taste or preference.
alegría: Cheerful, bright happiness that feels lively and upbeat.
satisfacción: Clear sense of fulfillment when an expected wish or goal is achieved.
deleite: Deep, intense enjoyment that is richly savored and relished.
Definition in Spanish
Sentimiento agradable que surge cuando algo satisface deseos o produce alegría.
Word origin
From Latin placēre 'to please', formed by turning the verb into a noun to denote the sensation of pleasure.
Usage tips
- Used in polite formulas such as 'es un placer' and 'tener el placer de + infinitive', which are more formal than casual greetings like 'mucho gusto'.
Related words
- placenteropleasantadjective
- complacerpleaseverb