German word

zufrieden

Pronunciation

IPA/tsuˈfʁiːdən/

Meaning

  • adjectivesatisfied

Example

Ich bin mit dem Ergebnis zufrieden.

I am satisfied with the result.

Illustration for zufrieden (satisfied)

More examples

Er wirkte nach dem Gespräch zufrieden.

He seemed satisfied after the conversation.

Core concept

A settled balance shows that what was hoped for and what is present now match.

Common phrases

  • mit dem Angebot zufrieden sein

    be satisfied with the offer

  • mit der Entscheidung zufrieden sein

    be satisfied with the decision

  • zufrieden aussehen

    look satisfied

Similar words

glücklich: Experiencing profound joy and a strong feeling of well-being.
froh: Feeling a mild pleasure that makes the mood more cheerful.
erfreut: Feeling pleased and energized by a welcome occurrence.
befriedigt: Feeling fulfilled because a requirement or expectation has been met.

Definition in German

Etwas entspricht den eigenen Erwartungen oder Bedürfnissen, sodass kein Wunsch nach mehr besteht.

Word origin

Middle High German zuo vride(n) meant being at peace; zufrieden developed from this expression, with zuo 'at' and the Germanic root fridu 'peace'.

Usage tips

  • The pattern 'zufrieden sein mit' takes mit and the dative, as in 'mit dem Ergebnis zufrieden'.

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