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How to Say ‘It was a pleasure!’ in Portuguese

Foi um prazer!

foh-ee oom prah-ZHER

[foh-ee oom prah-ZHER]

Phrase Breakdown

Foi

[foh-ee]

It was

Used to describe a past situation or condition.

Example

Foi um bom dia.

It was a good day.

[oom]

a; one

Indefinite article or number used before a masculine singular noun.

Example

No seguimento do evento, foi um prazer e Um gosto falar consigo.

Following the event, it was a pleasure and a delight to speak with you.

prazer

[prah-ZHER]

pleasure

Refers to enjoyment or polite satisfaction in meeting someone.

Example

O prazer de conversar consigo foi meu.

The pleasure of speaking with you was mine.

Guides for Portuguese learners

The Portuguese You Actually Need in Your First Month in PortugalThe European Portuguese phrases for your first weeks in Portugal: paperwork, renting a flat, the bank, the health centre, cafés, trains and your new neighbours.

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