Ich bin zufrieden
In German, "i am content" is expressed as Ich bin zufrieden.
You use Ich bin zufrieden to express that you are satisfied or content with your current circumstances. If you want to specify what you are content with, use the preposition mit followed by the dative case, as in Ich bin mit dem Ergebnis zufrieden (I am satisfied with the result). The noun form of this concept is Zufriedenheit.
Which one should you use?
While Ich bin zufrieden implies a state of being satisfied or content, the phrase Ich bin glücklich implies a stronger, more active state of happiness or joy.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the phrase Ich bin zufrieden, the adjective zufrieden is used in its predicate position, which means it does not take an ending. When specifying the object of your contentment, use the preposition mit with the dative case.
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Examples in context
- Guten Tag, Herr Müller. Ich bin zufrieden, danke.Good day, Mr. Müller. I am content, thank you.
- Ich bin zufrieden mit meinem neuen Job.I am content with my new job.
- Ich bin zufrieden mit dem Ergebnis.I am content with the result.
Example conversation
Felix and Laura are sitting in a quiet cafe.
- FelixWie geht es dir heute, Laura?How are you today, Laura?
- LauraIch bin zufrieden, es ist ein schöner Tag.I am content, it is a beautiful day.
- FelixDas freut mich sehr für dich.I am very happy for you.
- LauraDanke, Felix.Thanks, Felix.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Ich, bin, ich, zufrieden, CC BY-SA 4.0.
