I/we had a lovely time
I/we had a lovely time
1. An expression of gratitude said to someone when leaving some social occasion they hosted. We had a lovely time, guys. What a fantastic party! That was a delicious dinner, and you make for wonderful company. I had a lovely time all around.
2. An expression of gratitude said to someone after spending time with them, as on a date. I've had a lovely time, Jenny. I'd really like to see you again sometime.
See also: lovely, time, we
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
I had a lovely time.
and We had a lovely time.a polite expression of thanks to the host or hostess. Fred: Good-bye. I had a lovely time. Bill: Nice to have you. Do come again. Jane: We had a lovely time. Mary: Thank you and thanks for coming.
See also: lovely, time
I've had a lovely time.
and We've had a lovely time.a polite expression said to a host or hostess on departure. Bob: I've had a lovely time. Thanks for asking me. Fred: We're just delighted you could come. Good night. Bob: Good night. Sue: We've had a lovely time. Good night. Bill: Next time don't stay away so long. Good night.
See also: lovely, time
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- I had a lovely time
- I've had a lovely time
- thank you for a (some kind of) time
- thank you for a lovely time
- thanks for a (some kind of) time
- thanks for a (some kind of) evening
- thank you for a lovely evening
- thank you for a (some kind of) evening
- thank you for having me
- thank you for inviting me