be pleased to v — to be happy and willing to do something; used as a polite expression when agreeing to do something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to be happy and willing to do something; used as a polite expression when agreeing to do something
Pronunciation (IPA): /bi ˈpliːzd tuː/
Example Sentences
- The CEO would be pleased to give you a tour of his secret snack storage room.
- We are pleased to inform you that your application has been accepted.
- I'd be pleased to attend your wedding, but only if there's an open bar.
be pleased to v
NOUN[/bi ˈpliːzd tuː/]
to be happy and willing to do something; used as a polite expression when agreeing to do something
The chef is pleased to present his signature dish to the visiting critics.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'pleased' derives from Old French 'plaisir', meaning 'to please' or 'to gratify'. It entered English through Norman French and evolved into a polite expression of consent or agreement, particularly in formal contexts like 'be pleased to' as a courteous way to express willingness or acceptance.
Breakdown
plaire (to please) + -ed (past participle suffix), forming the adjective 'pleased' which combines with 'be' to create the modal construction expressing polite agreement or formal willingness.
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📝Examples
“The CEO would be pleased to give you a tour of his secret snack storage room.”
“We are pleased to inform you that your application has been accepted.”
“I'd be pleased to attend your wedding, but only if there's an open bar.”
“The professor would be pleased to discuss your research proposal during office hours.”
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