Question 1

Why is there a que in sino que también?

Accepted Answer

In Spanish, when the second half of a no solo... sino... sentence introduces a new conjugated verb (in this case, satisface), you must use sino que. If the second part were just a noun, like 'not only a minibar, but also a pool', you would drop the que and simply say sino también una piscina.

Question 2

Could I just use pero instead of sino for 'but' in this sentence?

Accepted Answer

No, you can't use pero here. When you build the 'not only... but also...' structure (no solo...), the 'but' must always be translated as sino (or sino que). You use pero to contrast two separate but valid ideas, whereas sino is required to correct a negative statement or to link additions like this one.

Question 3

Satisface looks a bit unusual. How does this verb conjugate?

Accepted Answer

It is the present tense third-person singular form of satisfacer (to satisfy). A fantastic trick for this irregular verb is that it conjugates exactly like hacer. Just as you say él hace, you say él satisface. This pattern holds true in all tenses, such as the preterite: hizo becomes satisfizo.

Question 4

What exactly does caprichos mean in this context?

Accepted Answer

Capricho translates directly to 'whim,' 'craving,' or 'fancy.' It usually refers to a sudden, sometimes extravagant desire for something. By saying a hotel satisfies all your caprichos, it means the staff goes above and beyond to cater to your every little luxury or impulse.

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