Disposicion (en. Disposition)

/dispoziˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
State or attitude of a person towards something.
His/her disposition to help was admirable.
Su disposición para ayudar fue admirable.
Action of arranging or putting in order.
The arrangement of the furniture in the living room is very practical.
La disposición de los muebles en la sala es muy práctica.
Regulations or norms established for a specific purpose.
There is a provision in the law that prohibits the use of the phone while driving.
Hay una disposición en la ley que prohíbe el uso del teléfono al conducir.

Etymology

From Latin dispositio, -onis.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in disposition
in a state of preparation or being ready for something.
en disposición
arrangement of objects
the way in which objects are configured or organized.
disposición de los objetos

Related Words

to arrange
To place, organize, or put something in order.
disponer
predisposition
Natural tendency or inclination towards something.
predisposición
device
Instrument or mechanism set for a specific purpose.
dispositivo

Slang Meanings

To have goodwill or desire.
Today I have the disposition to go for a walk.
Hoy tengo la disposición de salir a caminar.
To be ready to act.
He/She is in a position to help with the project.
Está en disposición de ayudar en el proyecto.