satisfacción
“satisfacción” means “satisfaction” in Spanish (feeling of fulfillment).
satisfaction, contentment
Also: fulfillment, gratification
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Sentí una enorme satisfacción al ver que mis alumnos aprobaron el examen.
B1I felt enormous satisfaction seeing that my students passed the exam.
La satisfacción del cliente es nuestra prioridad número uno.
A2Customer satisfaction is our number one priority.
No hay mayor satisfacción que un trabajo bien hecho.
B2There is no greater fulfillment than a job well done.
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Words that translate to "satisfacción" in Spanish:
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Which Spanish word means 'to feel satisfaction'?
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This word comes directly from the Latin word *satisfactio*, which was formed from *satis* (enough) and *facere* (to do or make). It literally meant 'enough has been done,' giving us the modern sense of fulfillment.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is 'satisfacción' different from 'alegría'?
'Satisfacción' is usually a deeper feeling of fulfillment or contentment that comes from achieving a goal or meeting a need. 'Alegría' is more like immediate happiness or joy, often related to an external event.
Why does 'satisfacción' have a double 'c'?
Spanish words often keep the double letters from their original Latin form. In this case, the 'cc' sound is pronounced like a 'k' sound followed by a 'th' sound in Spain, or just a 'k' sound followed by an 's' sound in Latin America.