1.
feeling of satisfaction; sense of contentment
The subjective experience of being satisfied or fulfilled. Used after completing a task, eating a good meal, or achieving a goal.
大きな満足感を得た。
I felt a great sense of satisfaction.
プロジェクトが終わって満足感に浸っている。
I'm basking in satisfaction now that the project is finished.
自分の力で問題を解決した満足感は何にも代えがたい。
The satisfaction of solving a problem on your own is irreplaceable.
USAGE:
A compound of 満足 (satisfaction) + 感 (feeling). While 満足 describes the state of being satisfied, 満足感 specifically refers to the inner emotional experience. Common verbs include 得る (to obtain), 感じる (to feel), and 味わう (to savor).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 満足感を得る (to gain a feeling of satisfaction)
- 満足感を感じる (to feel satisfied)
- 満足感に浸る (to bask in satisfaction)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 達成感: sense of accomplishment — specifically from completing or achieving something
- 充実感: sense of fulfillment — feeling that life or time is rich and meaningful