muito prazer

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/ˈmũjtu pɾɐˈzeɾ/
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A polite phrase used when meeting someone.
Practice using muito prazer in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • A nova colega disse muito prazer ao conhecer a equipa.
    The new colleague said nice to meet you when she met the team.
  • Chamo-me Ana. Muito prazer.
    My name is Ana. Nice to meet you.
  • Sou a Marta. Muito prazer!
    I am Marta. Nice to meet you!
  • Ele apertou-lhe a mão e disse muito prazer.
    He shook her hand and said nice to meet you.
  • Muito prazer, senhor Costa.
    Nice to meet you, Mr Costa.

Similar words

encantado

Meanings

Pleasure at an introduction

social
neutral
Said on being introduced to a person for the first time.

Examples

  • Chamo-me Ana. Muito prazer.
    My name is Ana. Nice to meet you.
  • Muito prazer, senhor Costa.
    Nice to meet you, Mr Costa.
  • Ele apertou-lhe a mão e disse muito prazer.
    He shook her hand and said nice to meet you.
  • Sou a Marta. Muito prazer!
    I am Marta. Nice to meet you!
  • A nova colega disse muito prazer ao conhecer a equipa.
    The new colleague said nice to meet you when she met the team.

Similar words

encantado

Etymology

Muito adds emphasis to prazer, meaning “pleasure”.

FAQ

What does muito prazer mean?

A polite phrase used when meeting someone.

When is muito prazer said?

When meeting or being introduced to someone.

Can it follow a person’s name?

Yes. It often comes just after names are exchanged.

Is it a farewell?

No. It belongs to a first introduction.

How is muito prazer pronounced?

It is pronounced /ˈmũjtu pɾɐˈzeɾ/.

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