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.

i had a pleasure

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

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I had a pleasure seeing the guy taking the skull...
This afternoon I had the pleasure of a conversation with the US Government's representative in Brussels, who again expressed his concern about the project's development.
So I had the pleasure of a DAC meeting with the Diocesan Secretary and the new Area Dean last night.
Touching your feet was a pleasure.
- A pleasure, Mr Bacharach.
A pleasure as always, General.
It was a pleasure working with Detroit homicide.
Nicholas Fury, never a pleasure.
Conversation was a pleasure, Howard.
- Viola, always a pleasure.
- Your Highness, always a pleasure.
A pleasure denied my noble cousin Sextus.
Our conversations are such a pleasure.
Always a pleasure, son, always a pleasure.
It's been a pleasure, gentlemen.
It is a pleasure to meet you, Ronon Dex.
It's a pleasure we've hitherto been denied.
My Lord Newcastle, a pleasure, as always.
It's been a pleasure, Mr. Cod.
It's been a pleasure, Mr. Trager.

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I had the pleasure

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