tillfredsställde

Tillfredsställde is the simple past tense of the Swedish verb tillfredsställa, meaning to satisfy or fulfill a requirement, demand, need, or wish. The verb is transitive and commonly used with objects such as krav (requirements), behov (needs), or kunders önskemål (customers’ wishes). For example: Företaget tillfredsställde kraven. Hon tillfredsställde kundernas önskemål.

Etymology and form: tillfredsställa is composed of the prefix till- and the verb fredsställa, with fred meaning peace and ställa meaning to place or set. In this sense, the word has evolved to denote bringing something to a satisfactory state by meeting criteria. The present tense is tillfredsställer; the past tense is tillfredsställde; the past participle is tillfredsställt. In passive constructions the past participle appears as tillfredsställd (singular) or tillfredsställda (plural), as in Kraven blev tillfredsställda.

Usage and nuance: tillfredsställa is typically used in formal or technical contexts, such as law, contracts, procurement, or quality control. It implies meeting explicit criteria or expectations rather than merely pleasing someone on an emotional level. In everyday language, related verbs such as uppfylla (to fulfill) or belåta (to please) may be used depending on nuance.

Related forms: tillfredsställelse is the noun for “satisfaction,” and tillfredsställande is an adjective meaning “satisfying.” The terms are closely connected and commonly appear in discussions of compliance, standards, and customer satisfaction.

See also: tillfredsställelse, tillfredsställande.