condición
/kon-dee-SYOHN/
condition
Condición as a requirement or prerequisite (something necessary for entry).
condición(noun)
condition
?requirement or prerequisite
term
?part of an agreement
,stipulation
?formal requirement
📝 In Action
La única condición para el préstamo es que tengas trabajo.
A2The only condition for the loan is that you have a job.
Acepto el trato, pero ¿cuáles son las condiciones?
B1I accept the deal, but what are the terms (conditions)?
💡 Grammar Points
Feminine Noun Rule
All Spanish nouns that end in '-ción' (like 'condición,' 'canción,' 'nación') are always feminine, so they must use 'la' or 'una'.
Using 'A condición de que'
When you use the phrase 'a condición de que' (on the condition that), the verb that follows must use the special form (subjunctive) to express uncertainty or a requirement: 'a condición de que vengas mañana'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the wrong gender
Mistake: "El condición"
Correction: La condición. Remember the '-ción' ending signals a feminine word.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal vs. Everyday
While 'condición' is formal enough for contracts, it is also perfect for everyday use when setting simple rules ('Mi condición es que laves los platos').
Condición as a state or general situation (the quality of an object).
condición(noun)
state
?general situation or quality
shape
?physical fitness/health
,status
?current standing
📝 In Action
El coche está en muy mala condición después del accidente.
B1The car is in very bad condition after the accident.
¿Estás en buena condición física para correr la maratón?
B2Are you in good physical shape (condition) to run the marathon?
La condición del paciente mejoró rápidamente.
B1The patient's condition improved rapidly.
⭐ Usage Tips
Interchangeable with 'Estado'
In many cases, especially when talking about the state of an object or situation, 'estado' can be used interchangeably with 'condición' ('el estado del coche' / 'la condición del coche').
Condición as status or social standing (rank or position).
condición(noun)
status
?social standing or rank
nature
?inherent character
,standing
?social position
📝 In Action
Ella nació en una condición humilde, pero luchó por mejorar.
C1She was born into a humble social standing (condition), but she fought to improve.
Independientemente de su condición social, todos merecen respeto.
B2Regardless of their social status, everyone deserves respect.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Context
This meaning is often found in serious discussions about society, philosophy, or human rights. For everyday conversation about your job status, you would use 'estado' or 'situación'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: condición
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'condición' to describe the physical state or quality of something?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use 'condición' vs. 'estado'?
'Condición' usually implies the quality or fitness of something ('good condition,' 'bad condition'), or a specific requirement. 'Estado' is broader and means the general status or state of being ('the current emotional state'). They overlap, but 'condición' often focuses on fitness or quality.
How do I remember the gender of 'condición'?
Remember the simple pattern: almost all Spanish nouns that end in -ción are feminine (la nación, la canción, la condición). This is a very reliable rule!