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i had the pleasure vs i had a pleasure

The correct phrase to use is 'I had the pleasure.' 'Pleasure' is an uncountable noun in this context, so should be used with the definite article 'the.' 'I had a pleasure' isn't correct as 'pleasure' isn't typically used in the singular form with an indefinite article.
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i had the pleasure

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express that someone enjoyed or appreciated a particular experience or interaction.

Examples:

  • I had the pleasure of meeting the famous author last night.
  • I had the pleasure of working with a talented team on that project.
  • I had the pleasure of attending the concert with my best friend.
  • I had the pleasure of visiting the beautiful countryside over the weekend.
  • I had the pleasure of tasting the delicious homemade cake.
  • Jan 31, 2017 ... Sentence again: I had the pleasure of working with him for three years. It seems correct to me but my friend is not sure.
  • Dec 30, 2019 ... I had the pleasure of attending the 2nd Annual Extreme Leadership Experience this past February and. Jenna Lynch interviewing Glodean ...
  • I had the pleasure of visiting with the Federation of Texas A&M Mothers' Clubs to hear more about their plans for the upcoming year. I'm always in awe...
  • Sep 30, 2024 ... I had the pleasure of meeting Kris Kristofferson about 11 years ago, not as a somewhat known Country Music artist, but as a 25 year old ...
  • Mar 11, 2024 ... I had the pleasure of spending a day at Legends with my friend, partner and former pro lacrosse player, Scott Hochstadt. We both share a deep appreciation for ...
  • Sep 23, 2024 ... I had the pleasure of working with Shuai Zhang on this solo composition of Snowflakes, and it's been incredible seeing your responses to the ...
  • Aug 20, 2024 ... 1451 likes, 20 comments - danielboulud on August 20, 2024: "This morning, I had the pleasure of celebrating my dear friend @alroker's 70th ...
  • Sep 18, 2024 ... I had the pleasure of meeting up with our foreign translation literary agents this week in London. The 250-year-old building has a long ...
  • Jan 7, 2022 ... 130 likes, 7 comments - iamkelbybrown on January 7, 2022: "I had the pleasure of meeting Mr Poitier when I worked at Reebok Sports Club NY…
  • I had the pleasure of teaching Alexandra Miller during an institute for young writers through the. Western Pennsylvania Writing Project. From the moment I ...

i had a pleasure

This phrase is not correct in English. 'Pleasure' is typically used in the singular form with the definite article 'the.'

  • Nov 23, 2019 ... Yesterday I had a pleasure visiting Genelec factory in Iisalmi, Finland. Also got a chance to assemble one 8030 speaker myself! HA!
  • Oct 14, 2024 ... lettyribeiro on October 14, 2024: "Yesterday i had a pleasure to teach a seminar once again at Master Royce Gracie annual Gathering ...
  • Jun 26, 2024 ... I had a pleasure of making this jam and prepared Eton Mess Scones for the fabulous @alanhughestv and @tommybowe on Ireland AM this ...
  • Jun 2, 2024 ... 1390 likes, 58 comments - woskerski on June 2, 2024: "When life gives you Dinos… a mural I had a pleasure to paint for ...
  • Nov 16, 2022 ... I had a pleasure to preview couple of products for the upcoming Laserox's KS campaign. I did a preview of these - you can find link to full ...
  • 4 days ago ... I had a pleasure to do that today on my customer. Nirvana album ...
  • Oct 3, 2022 ... I had a pleasure to fly with these amazing young girls! Aah it was a very special moment because they had never seen a lady pilot before.
  • Jul 14, 2021 ... Happy Loki finale! I had a pleasure to draw a Loki commission, hope you enjoy! Ig @tutajszwed. Fan Art.
  • Nov 21, 2023 ... I had a pleasure and honour to participate in the evaluation committee of Centre national de la recherche scientifique with stellar ...

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