satisfactory
gb/sˌætɪsfˈæktɚi/ us/sˌætɪsfˈæktɚi/
B1
Angličtina
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adjective
B1
property
1
good enough; acceptable
Good enough for what is needed; OK but not great.
Vzorec užití:
[something] is satisfactory (to [someone] / for [a purpose])
Častá chyba:
Learners often confuse "satisfactory" with "satisfying". "Satisfactory" means good enough to meet a rule or standard (for example, a satisfactory result in a test), while "satisfying" means it gives you pleasure or makes you feel happy (for example, a satisfying meal). Learners also sometimes use "satisfactory" directly about people (e.g. *"He is a satisfactory person"*), which sounds unnatural; it is normally used about actions, results, answers, or performance. Another mistake is to think it is strongly positive; in fact, it often means only "acceptable" or "just OK".
Synonyma
acceptable (Very close in meaning; the most direct everyday substitute, often slightly less formal.)
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adequate (Emphasizes being just enough and no more, sometimes with a negative or lukewarm tone.)
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sufficient (Focuses on quantity being enough, especially for a purpose or requirement.)
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okay (Informal and more casual, used more in speech than in formal writing.)
Antonyma
unsatisfactory (Direct opposite; clearly fails to meet the required standard.)
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inadequate (Not enough in quality or quantity to meet needs or standards.)
Kolokace
satisfactory explanation
|satisfactory answer
|satisfactory performance
|satisfactory level
|satisfactory solution
|satisfactory progress
Témata
evaluation
|work
|education
|core_vocabulary
Příklady
- The quality of the work was not satisfactory, so it had to be done again.
- We still have not received a satisfactory explanation for the delay.
- If your performance is satisfactory, your contract will be renewed.
- The company failed to reach a satisfactory agreement with the union.
- Her progress in math this term has been satisfactory but not outstanding.
Učební příklady
- The answer was not satisfactory, so the teacher asked again.
- This room is satisfactory for our meeting.
- I hope my work is satisfactory to you.
- We need a satisfactory plan before we start.
- His test result was only satisfactory, not very good.
adjective
formal
B2
property
2
meeting required standard in rating
Used as an official word in reports, tests, or reviews to show that something is good enough to pass, but not especially good.
Vzorec užití:
[result / grade / performance] is satisfactory
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse "satisfactory" (adjective) with "satisfactorily" (adverb). For example, it is correct to say "Her performance was satisfactory" (not *"satisfactorily"*) and "She performed satisfactorily" (not *"satisfactory"). Another issue is overusing "satisfactory" in everyday speech where a simpler word like "OK" or "good" would be more natural; this sense is most common in formal reports, grades, and evaluations.
Synonyma
passing (Used mainly for exams or tests to mean just good enough not to fail.)
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meeting requirements (Emphasizes that all stated conditions or rules have been fulfilled.)
Antonyma
unsatisfactory (Used in reports and official documents to show that the minimum standard has not been met.)
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failing (Used for exams or formal assessments when the result is below the pass mark.)
Kolokace
satisfactory grade
|satisfactory rating
|satisfactory inspection
|satisfactory conduct
|satisfactory performance review
|satisfactory test results
Témata
work
|education
|bureaucracy
Příklady
- Students must achieve a satisfactory grade in all core subjects to progress to the next level.
- The inspector's report confirmed that the restaurant maintained a satisfactory standard of hygiene.
- After a satisfactory performance review, she was offered a permanent contract.
- The committee decided that the applicant had not shown satisfactory conduct during the probation period.
- Only candidates with a satisfactory medical report can be considered for the position.
Učební příklady
- You need a satisfactory score on the test to pass the course.
- The doctor said my test results were satisfactory.
- His work record over the year was satisfactory.
- The school requires satisfactory attendance from all students.
- The factory passed the check with a satisfactory report.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
satisfactory
IPA
GB/sˌætɪsfˈæktɚi/
US/sˌætɪsfˈæktɚi/
Slabiky a přízvuk
sat - is - fact - ory (4 slabiky)
Stress on 3rd syllable (fact)
Tvary slova
Adjective
- Base: satisfactory
Příbuzná slova
Výrazy
in a satisfactory manner
1/ˈɪn ə sˌætɪsfˈæktɚi mˈænɚ/
fixed phrase
formal
in an acceptable way
In a way that is good enough to meet rules, needs, or expectations.
Příklady
- The company failed to respond to customer complaints in a satisfactory manner.
- Employees are expected to perform their duties in a satisfactory manner at all times.
satisfactory performance
1/sˌætɪsfˈæktɚi pɚfˈɔɹməns/
fixed phrase
acceptable work or results
Work or results that are good enough for what is needed, but not especially good.
Příklady
- Continued employment is dependent on maintaining satisfactory performance.
- The report noted satisfactory performance in most areas, but highlighted a few weaknesses.
to a satisfactory standard
1/tə ə sˌætɪsfˈæktɚi stˈændɚd/
fixed phrase
at an acceptable level
Done well enough to be accepted or approved, not below the required level.
Příklady
- All repairs must be completed to a satisfactory standard before payment is made.
- The work was not carried out to a satisfactory standard, so the company refused to sign off on it.