How to Say "the disabled" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “the disabled” is “discapacitado” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
referring to the group as a whole
Examples
Hay un descuento especial para discapacitados en el museo.
There is a special discount for disabled people at the museum.
El centro ayuda a los discapacitados a encontrar trabajo.
The center helps the disabled find work.
Este aparcamiento es solo para discapacitados.
This parking spot is only for disabled persons.
Using the Article
When using this as a noun to talk about 'the disabled' in general, always use 'los': 'los discapacitados'.
Generalizing with Nouns
Mistake: “Un discapacitado me ayudó.”
Correction: Una persona con discapacidad me ayudó.
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