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    Contentement (en. Contentment)

    /kɔ̃.tɑ̃.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Satisfaction or happiness resulting from the acceptance of what one has.
    The contentment he felt after a well-done day of work was unmatched.
    Le contentement qu'il ressentait après une journée de travail bien faite était inégalé.
    Feeling of calm and peace of mind.
    She felt great contentment while watching her blooming garden.
    Elle éprouvait un grand contentement en regardant son jardin fleuri.
    Absence of desire or need; satisfaction of needs.
    The simple contentment of the villagers was evident during the festivities.
    Le contentement simple des villageois était évident lors des fêtes.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'contentement', from 'contenter' and the suffix '-ment'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be in contentment
    To be satisfied and at peace with oneself.
    Être dans le contentement
    Contentment is the key to happiness
    Satisfaction brings true happiness.
    Le contentement est la clé du bonheur
    To seek contentment
    Trying to find peace and satisfaction in daily life.
    Chercher le contentement

    Related Words

    content
    Who feels satisfaction or happiness.
    content
    to satisfy
    To make someone satisfied or happy.
    contenter
    happy
    Who experiences happiness or satisfaction.
    heureux

    Slang Meanings

    Sense of quiet joy.
    After a nice walk, real life is contentment.
    Après une belle promenade, la vraie vie c'est le contentement.
    State of inner peace.
    Having a coffee in the morning is my moment of contentment.
    Prendre un café le matin, c'est mon moment de contentement.