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How to Say "satisfied" in Spanish

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

satisfecho🔊B1

Use 'satisfecho' when you feel pleased or content with a specific outcome, result, or situation.

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complacido🔊B1

Use 'complacido' when your needs or expectations have been met, often implying a sense of pleasure derived from this fulfillment.

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conforme🔊A2

Use 'conforme' when you are in agreement or okay with a situation, decision, or proposal, often implying acceptance rather than strong pleasure.

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realizado🔊B2

Use 'realizado' to describe a deep feeling of contentment and fulfillment, especially with one's life or career.

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servido🔊B1

Use 'servido' as a polite, often formal, way to indicate that you do not want any more food or drink.

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convencióA2

Use 'convenció' (preterite of convencer) when someone persuaded or convinced you to do something, meaning you were 'satisfied' with their argument.

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satisfecho

sah-tees-FEH-chohsa.tisˈfe.t͡ʃo

adjectiveB1general
Use 'satisfecho' when you feel 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.)

complacido

kom-pla-SEE-dohkomplaˈθiðo

adjectiveB1general
Use 'complacido' when your needs or expectations have been met, often implying a sense of pleasure derived from this fulfillment.
A child with a big smile holding a gold star sticker.

Examples

Estoy muy complacido con el progreso de los estudiantes.

I am very pleased with the students' progress.

El director se mostró complacido por los resultados trimestrales.

The director seemed satisfied with the quarterly results.

Ella no parecía del todo complacida con la explicación que le dieron.

She didn't seem entirely content with the explanation they gave her.

Matching People and Gender

Since this is an adjective, you must change the ending to match who you are talking about. Use 'complacido' for a man, 'complacida' for a woman, 'complacidos' for a group of men (or mixed), and 'complacidas' for a group of women.

Which 'To Be' to use?

Always use 'estar' (the temporary form of 'to be') when saying you are pleased. This is because being pleased is a feeling or a state of mind, not a permanent character trait.

Don't use 'ser'

Mistake: “Soy complacido con mi regalo.”

Correction: Estoy complacido con mi regalo. (Use 'estar' for feelings/emotions).

conforme

kon-FOR-mehkonˈfoɾme

adjectiveA2general
Use 'conforme' when you are in agreement or okay with a situation, decision, or proposal, often implying acceptance rather than strong pleasure.
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-dohrea.liˈθa.ðo

adjectiveB2general
Use 'realizado' to describe a deep feeling of contentment and fulfillment, especially with one's life or career.
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-dohseɾˈβiðo

adjectiveB1formal/polite
Use 'servido' as a polite, often formal, way to indicate that you do not want any more food or drink.
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.)

convenció

verbA2general
Use 'convenció' (preterite of convencer) when someone persuaded or convinced you to do something, meaning you were 'satisfied' with their argument.

Examples

Ella me convenció de ir al cine.

She convinced me to go to the movies.

Satisfecho vs. Complacido vs. Conforme

Learners often confuse 'satisfecho', 'complacido', and 'conforme'. Remember that 'satisfecho' is for general satisfaction with an outcome, 'complacido' implies a higher degree of pleasure from met expectations, and 'conforme' means you're simply okay with or agree to a situation.

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