Satisfaction (en. Satisfaction)

/satisfak.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
State of contentment resulting from the fulfillment of a desire or need.
His satisfaction was visible when he received the award.
Sa satisfaction était visible lorsqu'il a reçu le prix.
Effort to meet a need or request.
Customer satisfaction is our priority.
La satisfaction des clients est notre priorité.
Feeling of pleasure related to an accomplishment.
She felt great satisfaction after finishing her project.
Elle a ressenti une grande satisfaction après avoir terminé son projet.

Etymology

From the Latin 'satisfactio' meaning 'fulfillment, contentment'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to experience satisfaction
To be content with what one has done or obtained.
connaître la satisfaction
to give satisfaction
To meet someone's expectations.
donner satisfaction
satisfaction guaranteed
Assurance that the product or service is of quality.
satisfaction garantie

Related Words

satisfied
One who experiences satisfaction.
satisfait
to satisfy
To meet needs or expectations.
satisfaire
dissatisfaction
State of not being satisfied.
insatisfaction

Slang Meanings

Intense satisfaction
This victory was a real satisf' for the team.
Cette victoire a été une vraie satisf' pour l'équipe.
Quick satisfaction
A good meal always brings a satisf'!
Une bonne bouffe, ça fait toujours un satisf'!