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How to Say "satisfied" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “satisfied” is “satisfecho” — use this when you are pleased or content with a specific outcome, result, or situation..

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satisfecho

sah-tees-FEH-choh/sa.tisˈfe.t͡ʃo/

adjectiveB1general
Use this when you are pleased or content with a specific outcome, result, or situation.
A simplified character sitting comfortably on a soft chair, smiling peacefully with their eyes closed, indicating deep contentment and satisfaction.

Examples

Estoy muy satisfecho con el resultado de mi examen.

I am very satisfied with the result of my exam.

Después de la cena, el niño se sintió completamente satisfecho.

After dinner, the boy felt completely full (and satisfied).

Si estás satisfecho con el servicio, puedes dejar una propina.

If you are pleased with the service, you can leave a tip.

State of Being (Estar)

Use 'satisfecho' almost always with the verb 'estar' (to be) because it describes a temporary state or feeling, not a permanent characteristic.

The Irregular Root

This word is the past participle of the verb 'satisfacer' (to satisfy). Although it looks like it ends in -echo, it follows the pattern of 'hacer' (hecho) because 'satisfacer' is related to 'hacer'.

Using Ser Instead of Estar

Mistake: “Soy satisfecho.”

Correction: Estoy satisfecho. (You must use 'estar' because satisfaction is a current, changeable feeling, not a fundamental part of who you are.)

conforme

/kon-FOR-meh//konˈfoɾme/

adjectiveA2general
Use this when you are in agreement with or accepting of a situation, proposal, or decision.
A person sitting in a cozy armchair with a small smile, looking relaxed and content.

Examples

Estoy conforme con el precio final.

I am satisfied with the final price.

¿Están todos conformes?

Is everyone in agreement?

Using 'Estar'

When 'conforme' means satisfied, it almost always pairs with the verb 'estar' (to be) because it describes a temporary feeling or state of mind.

Masculine vs Feminine

Mistake: “Ella está conforma.”

Correction: Ella está conforme. Words ending in 'e' usually stay the same for both men and women.

realizado

/reh-ah-lee-SAH-doh//rea.liˈθa.ðo/

adjectiveB2general
Use this to describe a feeling of deep contentment and fulfillment, often related to personal achievements or life purpose.
A happy person standing on top of a small hill with their arms raised in joy.

Examples

Ella se siente muy realizada en su nueva profesión.

She feels very fulfilled in her new profession.

Es un hombre plenamente realizado.

He is a fully fulfilled man.

Using with 'sentirse'

This meaning is almost always paired with the verb 'sentirse' (to feel) or 'estar' (to be) to describe a state of mind.

servido

/ser-VEE-doh//seɾˈβiðo/

adjectiveB1formal/polite
Use this in a polite, often formal, context to indicate you have had enough to eat or drink and do not require more.
A close-up view of a perfectly presented plate of food, such as a colorful pasta dish, resting on a wooden table.

Examples

La mesa está servida. ¡Podemos empezar a comer!

The table is set. We can start eating!

El plato principal fue servido con una salsa picante.

The main dish was served with a spicy sauce.

No más postre, gracias. Estoy servido.

No more dessert, thank you. I've had enough (I am satisfied).

Agreement is Key

When 'servido' is used as an adjective (usually after 'estar' or 'ser'), it must change its ending to match the thing it describes: 'servida' (feminine singular), 'servidos' (masculine plural), 'servidas' (feminine plural).

Forgetting Gender

Mistake: “La comida está servido.”

Correction: La comida está servida. (Since 'comida' is feminine, the adjective must also be feminine.)

verbA2general
This is not a direct translation of 'satisfied' but rather means 'convinced' or 'persuaded' by an argument or action.

Examples

Ella me convenció de ir al cine.

She convinced me to go to the movies.

Satisfecho vs. Conforme

Learners often confuse 'satisfecho' and 'conforme'. Remember, 'satisfecho' implies pleasure with a result, while 'conforme' means you are in agreement or accepting of a situation without necessarily feeling pleased.

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