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How to Say "aptitude" in Spanish

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aptitud

/ap-tee-TOOD//ap.tiˈtuð/

nounB1general
Use 'aptitud' when referring to a natural talent, skill, or capacity for something, often implying an innate ability.
A child sitting at a piano, effortlessly playing a beautiful melody with a natural smile.

Examples

Ella tiene una aptitud natural para los idiomas.

She has a natural aptitude for languages.

El examen mide tu aptitud para las matemáticas.

The exam measures your aptitude for mathematics.

El certificado médico confirma su aptitud física para el buceo.

The medical certificate confirms his physical fitness for diving.

Always Feminine

In Spanish, almost all words ending in '-tud' are feminine. You should always use feminine markers like 'la', 'una', or 'las' with this word.

The 'P' vs 'C' Distinction

Be careful to pronounce the 'p' clearly. If you swap the 'p' for a 'c', you change the word from 'aptitud' (skill) to 'actitud' (attitude).

Aptitud vs. Actitud

Mistake: “Tiene una buena actitud para el piano.”

Correction: Tiene una buena aptitud para el piano.

disposición

nounA2general
Use 'disposición' when talking about a person's willingness, readiness, or inclination to do something, which can be interpreted as a natural inclination or attitude.

Examples

Ella siempre muestra buena disposición para aprender cosas nuevas.

She always shows good willingness to learn new things.

Aptitud vs. Disposición

Learners often confuse 'aptitud' and 'disposición' because both can relate to natural abilities. Remember that 'aptitud' is about *having* a talent or skill, while 'disposición' is more about *being willing* or inclined to use it or learn something new.

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