Hit the spot Meaning in English
expression
ˈhɪt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈspɑt
HIT-thuh-SPAHT
hˈɪt/ /ðə, ði/ /spˈɒt
HIT-thuh-SPOT
Definition
To be exactly what is needed or wanted, especially something refreshing, delicious, or satisfying in a particular moment.
Usage & Nuances
Used informally, most often after eating, drinking, or experiencing something that satisfies a craving or need. Common with food and drink: 'That soup really hit the spot.' Not used for general achievement—it's about personal satisfaction.
Spanish: dar en el clavo (sensación) - satisfacer (sensación)Portuguese (BR): cair bem - satisfazer (sensação)Portuguese (PT): saber mesmo bem - satisfazer (sensação)Chinese (Simplified): 正好合适 - 满足Chinese (Traditional): 正好合適 - 滿足Hindi: एकदम सही लगना - तसल्ली देनाArabic: أصاب الهدف - أشبع (حاجة أو رغبة)Bengali: একদম দরকারি জায়গায় লাগা - মন ভরে যাওয়াRussian: то, что нужно - в самую точкуJapanese: ぴったりくる - 満足させるVietnamese: đúng ý - làm thoả mãnKorean: 딱 좋다 - 딱 맞다Turkish: tam yerinde olmak - tam isabet etmekUrdu: دل کو خوش کر دینا - جی کو بہلا دیناIndonesian: pas banget - benar-benar memuaskan
Example Sentences
A cold glass of water hit the spot after my run.
basic
This soup really hits the spot on a cold day.
basic
A sweet dessert sometimes hits the spot after dinner.
basic
I was so tired, but that cup of coffee really hit the spot.
natural
That joke really hit the spot—I needed a good laugh!
natural
Sometimes, a simple walk outside is all it takes to hit the spot.
natural