sättigen
Translation
to satiate, to satisfy, to saturate
Examples
Das Brot sättigt gut.
The bread is very filling.
Der Markt ist mit diesen Produkten gesättigt.
The market is saturated with these products.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) sättigen to satiate/saturate (sb./sth.) The bread is very filling.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zufriedenstellen (to satisfy), füllen (to fill); Antonyms: hungrig machen (to make hungry)
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'satt' (full, satiated) with the verbal suffix '-igen'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'satt' means 'full' after eating. 'sättigen' is the action of *making* someone or something full or saturated.