Example: Ça fait plaisir de te voir après si longtemps.
Definition
"Ça fait plaisir" is a French expression used to convey that something gives pleasure or happiness. It often expresses joy or satisfaction upon experiencing or witnessing a positive event, such as seeing someone after a long time.
Translations
That's nice to hear
Da gusto
Dat doet plezier
Fa il·lusió
Das freut mich
Etymology
The phrase "Ça fait plaisir" comes from French, where "ça" means 'that,' "fait" is the third person singular of 'faire' meaning 'makes' or 'does,' and "plaisir" means 'pleasure.' Together, it literally translates to 'that makes pleasure,' conveying delight or happiness.
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