Disposición (en. Provision)
/dispoθiˈsjon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
The way in which something is organized or arranged.
The arrangement of the furniture in the living room is very harmonious.
La disposición de los muebles en la sala es muy armoniosa.
Willingness or inclination to do something.
She has a special disposition for learning languages.
Ella tiene una disposición especial para aprender idiomas.
Rule or regulation that is established.
The government’s disposition regarding the new law was well received.
La disposición del gobierno sobre la nueva ley fue bien recibida.
Etymology
From Latin dispositio, -onis.
Common Phrases and Expressions
at one's disposal
to be available for someone or something.
a disposición de
general arrangement
a set of rules or guidelines applicable to different situations.
disposición general
leave at someone's disposal
to allow someone to use or access something.
dejar a disposición
Related Words
device
An element that performs a specific function.
dispositivo
to arrange
To prepare or place something in a certain way.
disponer
mental disposition
State of mind or attitude towards a situation.
disposición mental
Slang Meanings
To be in the mood
Today I have the disposition to have a good time.
Hoy tengo la disposición de pasar un buen rato.
To feel like
I’m not in the mood to go out tonight.
No tengo disposición para salir esta noche.