معنی
Expressing delight or satisfaction in meeting someone or doing something.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Mexico, 'Es un gusto' is often paired with a warm handshake or a slight nod. It is common to hear 'Mucho gusto' for the first meeting and 'Qué gusto verte' for subsequent ones. Spaniards often prefer 'Encantado' or 'Encantada' for first introductions. 'Es un gusto' is used but can sound slightly more formal or Latin American to Peninsular ears. In Colombia, 'Con gusto' is the ubiquitous response to 'Gracias'. 'Es un gusto' is used in more formal or written contexts. Argentines often shorten it to just 'Un gusto' during quick introductions. In formal settings, they might use 'El gusto es mío' as a polite rebuttal.
The 'Mío' Rule
If someone beats you to the punch and says 'Es un gusto' first, always reply with 'El gusto es mío'. It makes you sound incredibly fluent.
Gender Agreement
Remember that 'gusto' is always masculine. You never say 'Es una gusta', even if you are a woman.
معنی
Expressing delight or satisfaction in meeting someone or doing something.
The 'Mío' Rule
If someone beats you to the punch and says 'Es un gusto' first, always reply with 'El gusto es mío'. It makes you sound incredibly fluent.
Gender Agreement
Remember that 'gusto' is always masculine. You never say 'Es una gusta', even if you are a woman.
Regional Preference
If you are in Spain, try using 'Encantado/a' more often for introductions to sound more local.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb 'ser'.
___ un gusto conocerlo, Sr. Presidente.
The phrase 'Es un gusto' is impersonal and always uses the third person singular 'es'.
Which phrase is the most appropriate response to 'Muchas gracias por su ayuda' in a professional setting?
—Muchas gracias por su ayuda.
'Es un gusto' is a polite way to say 'You're welcome/My pleasure'. 'Mucho gusto' is only for introductions.
Fill in the missing part of the dialogue.
A: Hola, soy Marta. B: Hola, Marta. ___ conocerte.
'Es un gusto conocerte' is the standard way to express pleasure in meeting someone.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
1. Fue un gusto. 2. Es un gusto que vengas. 3. Mucho gusto.
'Fue' is past tense (goodbye), 'Mucho gusto' is for first meetings, and 'que vengas' uses the subjunctive for a current feeling.
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ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
When to use 'Es un gusto'
Introductions
- • New colleague
- • Friend's parent
- • Client
Responses
- • After a favor
- • After a gift
- • After a compliment
Greetings
- • Old friend
- • Returning client
- • Email opening
Gusto vs. Placer vs. Encantado
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینها___ un gusto conocerlo, Sr. Presidente.
The phrase 'Es un gusto' is impersonal and always uses the third person singular 'es'.
—Muchas gracias por su ayuda.
'Es un gusto' is a polite way to say 'You're welcome/My pleasure'. 'Mucho gusto' is only for introductions.
A: Hola, soy Marta. B: Hola, Marta. ___ conocerte.
'Es un gusto conocerte' is the standard way to express pleasure in meeting someone.
1. Fue un gusto. 2. Es un gusto que vengas. 3. Mucho gusto.
'Fue' is past tense (goodbye), 'Mucho gusto' is for first meetings, and 'que vengas' uses the subjunctive for a current feeling.
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سوالات متداول
12 سوالYes, slightly. 'Mucho gusto' is the standard, while 'Es un gusto' feels a bit more polished and complete.
Absolutely. It's a very polite way to respond to 'Gracias', implying that helping was a pleasure for you.
No. 'Gusto' is a noun here, not an adjective, so it stays masculine regardless of the speaker's gender.
'Es un gusto' is a greeting or response. 'Me da gusto' means 'I am glad' (e.g., 'Me da gusto que estés aquí').
Yes, use the past tense 'fue' when you are saying goodbye to someone you just met or spent time with.
Yes, 'Es un gusto saludarle' is a very common and professional way to start an email.
Use 'Es un gusto conocerlo' (to a man) or 'Es un gusto conocerla' (to a woman).
It's neutral. It's common in casual social settings or quick introductions.
It's a regional variation that serves as a very warm 'You're welcome'.
Yes, 'Es un gusto verte' is perfect for seeing someone you already know.
It means 'The pleasure is mine'. Use it as a response when someone greets you with 'Es un gusto'.
Yes! It's an enthusiastic, slightly more informal way to say 'It's a huge pleasure'.
عبارات مرتبط
Mucho gusto
synonymNice to meet you
Con gusto
similarWith pleasure / You're welcome
Me da gusto
builds onI'm glad
El gusto es mío
contrastThe pleasure is mine
Un placer
synonymA pleasure
