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    Placía (en. Placia)

    /pla'si.a/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The act of satisfying or pleasing someone.
    Her pleasure was reflected in her son's smile.
    Su placía se reflejaba en la sonrisa de su hijo.
    A state of well-being or satisfaction caused by something.
    The pleasure I felt while listening to music was indescribable.
    El placer que sentí al escuchar música era indescriptible.
    verb
    To do something that brings pleasure or satisfaction to another person.
    She always tries to ensure that the party pleases all the guests.
    Siempre procura que la fiesta placía a todos los invitados.
    To feel good or satisfied by an event or situation.
    The news of his promotion pleased him greatly.
    La noticia de su ascenso le placía enormemente.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'placere', which means to please or satisfy.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give pleasure
    To satisfy or please someone.
    dar placer
    to feel pleasure
    To experience a pleasant sensation.
    sentir placer
    to do something for pleasure
    To carry out an activity in an enjoyable manner.
    hacer algo por placer

    Related Words

    pleasure
    A sensation of satisfaction or pleasure.
    placer
    satisfaction
    A feeling of contentment or fullness.
    satisfacción
    pleasing
    A state of being pleased or satisfied.
    agrado

    Slang Meanings

    To have a good time.
    That party was pure pleasure; we had an amazing time.
    Esa fiesta fue pura placía, la pasamos increíble.
    To do something for fun.
    I did it just for pleasure, not out of obligation.
    Lo hice solo por placía, no por obligación.