Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To meet a wish, need, or expectation adequately.
Natural examples
Das Angebot befriedigt die wichtigsten Bedürfnisse der Familie.
For the family, this offer meets their most important needs.
Die Erklärung befriedigte seine Neugier.
The explanation satisfied his curiosity.
Der erste Entwurf befriedigte die Erwartungen der Kundin noch nicht.
The first draft did not yet meet the client's expectations.
Usage note
Befriedigen usually takes an accusative object. For people, zufriedenstellen often sounds more natural.
Mini-lesson: befriedigen
To meet a wish, need, or expectation adequately. Befriedigen usually takes an accusative object. For people, zufriedenstellen often sounds more natural.
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