How to Say ‘It's always a pleasure’ in Portuguese
É sempre um prazer
💬 Usage Tip: A formal and friendly way to express enjoyment.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Communicates mutual respect and enjoyment in interactions.
Phrase Breakdown
É
Is
Third person singular of the verb 'to be'.
Ele é feliz
He is happy
sempre
always
Adverb indicating consistency over time.
Eu sempre tomo café
I always drink coffee
um prazer
a pleasure
Expression used to show enjoyment or satisfaction.
É um prazer conhecê-lo
It's a pleasure to meet you
Word-by-Word Breakdown
É
[eh]
It is
Used to identify a state or situation.
É um bom dia.
It is a good day.
sempre
[sem-preh]
always
At all times; on all occasions.
Ela sempre chega cedo.
She always arrives early.
um
[oom]
a
An indefinite article used before nouns.
É sempre um prazer vê-lo.
It's always a pleasure to see you.
prazer
[prah-zer]
pleasure
A feeling of happy satisfaction and enjoyment.
É um prazer conhecê-lo.
It's a pleasure to meet you.
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