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satisfaction
The state in which one is content and happy with the given circumstances or with oneself and has no further wishes.
Die Zufriedenheit der Kunden hat für uns oberste Priorität.
Customer satisfaction is our top priority.
The word is made up of 'zu,' 'Frieden' (peace), and the ending '-heit' (-ness / -hood). It literally describes the state (-heit) in which one is 'at peace' with a situation.
Nach einem langen Arbeitstag fand er seine Zufriedenheit bei einem guten Buch.
After a long workday, he found his satisfaction in a good book.
'Zufriedenheit' (satisfaction) is the noun that belongs to the adjective 'zufrieden' (satisfied/content). If you know that someone is 'zufrieden' (satisfied), then 'Zufriedenheit' (satisfaction) is the name for that state.
Er ist mit seinem neuen Job sehr zufrieden.
He is very satisfied with his new job.
To name the reason for the satisfaction, you use the preposition 'mit' (with) followed by the dative. This combination is very common.
Die Zufriedenheit mit dem Ergebnis war bei allen groß.
Everyone's satisfaction with the result was great.
Common adjectives used with 'Zufriedenheit' (satisfaction) are 'große' (great), 'tiefe' (deep), or 'allgemeine Zufriedenheit' (general satisfaction). Typical verbs are 'Zufriedenheit ausdrücken' (to express satisfaction) or 'Zufriedenheit finden' (to find satisfaction).
Nach dem erfolgreichen Projekt herrschte große Zufriedenheit im Team.
After the successful project, there was great satisfaction in the team.
happiness / luck
Glück describes an especially intense state of joy and positive feelings. Zufriedenheit is calmer and means being content with your situation and not missing anything essential. Use Glück for a strong feeling of elation and Zufriedenheit for calm contentment.
Beim Blick auf ihr Leben empfindet sie ruhige Zufriedenheit.
When she looks at her life, she feels a quiet sense of contentment.
Beim Blick auf ihr Leben empfindet sie tiefes Glück.
When she looks at her life, she feels deep happiness.
