C'est un plaisir
It's a pleasure
Language note: Expresses genuine happiness to meet someone.
Culture note: Shows sincerity and politeness, great for positive first impressions.
Context: You exchange greetings and express happiness to be there.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
C'
[say]
It's
Contraction of 'cela' and 'est', meaning 'it is'.
C'est magnifique!
It's magnificent!
est
[eh]
is
Used to express a state of being.
Tout est prêt.
Everything is ready.
un
[uhn]
a
Indefinite article used before a masculine singular noun.
C'est un plaisir.
It's a pleasure.
plaisir
[pleh-zeer]
pleasure
A feeling of satisfaction or enjoyment.
Rencontrer des amis est un plaisir.
Meeting friends is a pleasure.
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