Definition
满意 (mǎnyì) means 'to be satisfied with' something, like a result or service, and is often used with 对 (duì). It is more common in everyday conversation than 满足 (mǎnzú), which can also mean 'to be satisfied' but often emphasizes meeting needs or being content with what one has. 满足 can also be a transitive verb meaning 'to satisfy (needs)', while 满意 is only used for being satisfied.
verb
to be satisfied withpleased
Examples
- 满意。Wǒ duì jīntiān de wǎnfàn hěn mǎn yì.I am very satisfied with today's dinner.
- 。Tā duì zhège jiéguǒ bú mǎn yì.He is not satisfied with this result.
- 满意。Tā duì zhège gōngzuò hěn mǎn yì.He is very satisfied with this job.
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