Spanish Conversation · Level 136
45 words
Spanish word
contentar
Pronunciation
IPA/kontenˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbsatisfy
Example
La noticia me contenta.
The news satisfies me.
More examples
No es posible contentar a todo el mundo.
It is not possible to please everyone.
Core concept
A person visibly pleased because a desire or expectation has been met.
Common phrases
contentar a alguien
please someone
contentar a los clientes
please customers
Similar words
gustar: Makes someone find something pleasing or enjoyable.
satisfacer: Meets a need or requirement, removing a lack and producing satisfaction.
alegrar: Makes someone feel happy or uplifted, bringing cheer or joy.
agradar: Makes someone find an action or situation pleasant or agreeable.
Definition in Spanish
Producir satisfacción o agrado en alguien al satisfacer un deseo, una necesidad o una expectativa.
Word origin
From Latin contentus 'satisfied', through medieval Latin into Spanish as a verb meaning to make someone feel satisfied.
Usage tips
- Contentar a alguien denotes causing someone satisfaction, while the reflexive contentarse con denotes being satisfied with something oneself.