condiciones

/kon-dee-SYOH-nes/

terms

Two stylized hands clasping in a handshake over a small, rolled-up document scroll tied with a ribbon, symbolizing a contract or agreement.

When discussing a contract, 'condiciones' refers to the agreed-upon terms.

condiciones(noun)

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terms

rules of an agreement or contract

requirements

what is necessary to be accepted

Also:

stipulations

formal agreements

provisions

legal context

📝 In Action

Antes de comprar, lee las condiciones del servicio.

Before buying, read the terms of service.

Aceptamos las condiciones del contrato.

We accept the conditions of the contract.

Una de las condiciones para el préstamo es tener un buen historial crediticio.

One of the requirements for the loan is having a good credit history.

Word Connections

Synonyms

requisitos (requirements)
términos (terms)

Common Collocations

condiciones de pago – payment terms
condiciones generales – general terms and conditions

💡 Grammar Points

Always Plural

When referring to rules or terms, 'condiciones' is almost always used in the plural, even if English might use the singular 'condition' in some contexts.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using the Singular for Rules

Mistake: "No entiendo la condición."

Correction: No entiendo las condiciones. (Use the plural when referring to the full set of rules.)

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal Language

This meaning is very common in reading official documents, contracts, and software agreements. Look for the phrase 'Términos y Condiciones'.

A smiling figure wearing a raincoat standing happily under a bright yellow umbrella while large blue raindrops fall heavily around them.

'Condiciones' can also mean the current circumstances or state of the environment, such as the weather conditions.

condiciones(noun)

fB1

conditions

circumstances, state of things, environment

Also:

circumstances

the way things are

fitness

physical state or ability (often used with 'estar en')

📝 In Action

Las condiciones climáticas eran perfectas para navegar.

The weather conditions were perfect for sailing.

Viven en muy malas condiciones.

They live in very poor conditions (circumstances).

El atleta no está en condiciones de competir hoy.

The athlete is not in condition (fit) to compete today.

Word Connections

Synonyms

circunstancias (circumstances)
ambiente (environment)

Common Collocations

condiciones de vida – living conditions
condiciones de trabajo – working conditions

Idioms & Expressions

estar en condiciones – to be fit/able (to do something)

💡 Grammar Points

Describing the Environment

When talking about the state of the weather, health, or a situation, 'condiciones' usually follows an adjective (buenas, malas, excelentes).

⭐ Usage Tips

Use with 'Estar'

Use the verb 'estar' (to be) when describing someone's physical state or fitness: 'No estoy en condiciones de conducir' (I am not in a state to drive).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: condiciones

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence uses 'condiciones' to mean 'rules or terms'?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

condición(condition (singular)) - noun

condicionar(to condition, to influence) - verb

condicionado(conditioned) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'condiciones' related to the verb 'condicionar'?

Yes. 'Condiciones' is the plural of the noun 'condición,' which is the root of the verb 'condicionar' (to condition, or influence). The word 'condiciones' itself is also the 'tú' form of the present subjunctive of that verb (e.g., 'Espero que tú condiciones la sala').

How do I know if 'condiciones' means 'terms' or 'circumstances'?

Look at the context. If it follows words like 'aceptar,' 'leer,' or 'firmar,' it usually means 'terms' (rules). If it follows an adjective like 'buenas,' 'malas,' 'climáticas,' or is used with the verb 'estar,' it refers to 'circumstances' or the state of things.