How to Say "availability" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “availability” is “disponibilidad” — use 'disponibilidad' when referring to the state of being available, such as the availability of a room, a product in stock, or someone's free time.
Use 'disponibilidad' when referring to the state of being available, such as the availability of a room, a product in stock, or someone's free time.
Learn more →Use 'disposición' when someone is ready and willing to help or act, often implying a personal willingness or readiness to serve.
Learn more →dees-poh-nee-bee-lee-dahddisponibiliˈdad
Examples
¿Cuál es tu disponibilidad para una llamada mañana?
What is your availability for a call tomorrow?
La disponibilidad de este producto es limitada.
The availability of this product is limited.
Agradezco mucho tu disponibilidad para ayudarnos.
I really appreciate your readiness to help us.
The '-dad' Gender Rule
Just like 'libertad' or 'ciudad', words ending in '-dad' are feminine. Always use 'la' or 'una' with this word.
Abstract Concepts
When talking about availability in a general sense, Spanish often uses the article 'la'. For example: 'La disponibilidad es importante' (Availability is important).
Using 'disposición' instead
Mistake: “No tengo disposición de tiempo.”
Correction: No tengo disponibilidad de tiempo.
disposición
Examples
Mi equipo y yo estamos a su completa disposición para cualquier duda.
My team and I are at your complete disposal for any questions.
Disponibilidad vs. Disposición
Learners often confuse 'disponibilidad' and 'disposición'. Remember that 'disponibilidad' refers to the *state* of being available (like time or items), while 'disposición' refers to a person's *readiness or willingness* to do something.
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