Disposición (en. Provision)

/dispoziˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A state of mind that affects a person's way of acting.
Her disposition was very positive before the meeting.
Su disposición era muy positiva antes de la reunión.
Organization or arrangement of something.
The arrangement of the furniture in the room was very pleasant.
La disposición de los muebles en la sala era muy agradable.
Ability to do something.
You have the necessary disposition to take that position.
Tienes la disposición necesaria para asumir ese cargo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'dispositio', meaning 'organization' or 'arrangement'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

willingness to help
To have the intention or the will to provide assistance.
disposición a ayudar
favorable disposition
To have an attitude or circumstance that favors something.
disposición favorable

Related Words

arrange
To place or arrange something in a determined manner.
disponer
device
Apparatus or mechanism with a specific function.
dispositivo

Slang Meanings

To be prepared for whatever comes.
Today I have all the disposition to face the day.
Hoy tengo toda la disposición para enfrentar el día.
To have good intentions.
He always arrives with a willingness to collaborate.
Él siempre llega con disposición a colaborar.