satisfechos

Satisfechos is the masculine plural form of the Spanish adjective satisfecho, used to describe people, groups, or things that are content, gratified, or whose needs or expectations have been met. It can refer to emotional fulfillment, satisfaction with a result, or approval of a service, product, or experience. The feminine plural form is satisfechas, and the singular forms are satisfecho (masculine) and satisfecha (feminine).

Etymology and meaning: Satisfecho derives from the verb satisfacer, itself from Latin satisfacere “to satisfy.” The prefix satis- means enough, and -fecho (from hacer, to do) conveys the sense of having done enough or having things made sufficient. The term is commonly used to express a state of contentment or adequacy in relation to a desire, need, or obligation.

Grammar and usage: Satisfechos agrees with masculine plural nouns. It appears in both informal and formal contexts, including everyday conversation, journalism, and contract language. Examples: “Los clientes quedaron satisfechos con el servicio” and “El informe dejó a los inversores satisfechos con los resultados.” The related forms satisfy, satisfecha, and satisfechas are used for other gender and number agreements.

Synonyms and contrasts: Common synonyms include contentos, complacidos, and plenamente satisfechos. Antonyms include insatisfechos and descontentos, describing the opposite state.

See also: satisfecho, satisfacerse, satisfacción, satisfacer.