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Meaning of have the pleasure | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

Used as a polite formula to ask for a person's name, or to request that they join one in a dance, etc.

Examples

“Might I have the pleasure of introducing you to Master Lerris. In addition to being probably the best woodcrafter in Kyphros, he is also the gray wizard who defeated the Hydlenese white wizard […]”

“"You may be seated. Ms. Silver, nice to see you again," he nods to Rachel. "Mr. Stone, I don't believe I've had the pleasure. Welcome to my courtroom."”

“From inside came the first strains of a waltz. Her body swayed in motion to the music. “May I have the pleasure?” he asked, knowing full well that she might refuse.”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

have the right time have the run of have the sun in one's eyes have the tiger by the tail have the time have the whole bakery