contento

This is the 2124th most frequent Spanish word.

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contento

"Contento" means "happy" or "content" in English.


In this sentence, 'contento' is used as an adjective describing the emotional state of the speaker, indicating happiness.

Estoy contento porque recibĂ­ buenas noticias.

I am happy because I received good news.


Here, 'contento' expresses satisfaction or dissatisfaction in reaction to a specific event, the exam results.

No estoy tan contento con los resultados del examen.

I am not so happy with the exam results.


In this context, 'contento' reflects a behavioral reaction tied to an emotion, specifically happiness, caused by a certain event.

Mi perro se pone contento cuando llego a casa.

My dog becomes happy when I get home.