indispuesto

Indispuesto is a Spanish adjective used to describe a temporary state of not feeling well or being unable to participate in an activity due to mild illness or discomfort. It signals a transient condition rather than a definite medical diagnosis and is often employed to excuse absence or delay in a polite way.

The noun form, indisposición, refers to a mild illness or temporary impediment. It is used in expressions such as una indisposición estomacal or una indisposición para asistir, and can describe both health-related discomfort and a temporary lack of ability to take part in a duty or event.

Etymology: indispuesto comes from the verb indisponer, which combines the prefix in- with disponer. The sense developed to cover both notions of causing not to feel well and of lacking willingness or capacity, yielding the modern usage tied to health and temporary inconvenience.

Usage: In everyday and formal language, one might say "Estoy indispuesto" or "Me encuentro indispuesto" to excuse limitations or absence. Written notices often use phrases like "Por indisposición, no podré asistir." The term implies temporariness and should not be used for serious or long‑term illness, where terms like enfermo or incapacitado would be more appropriate.

Notes: Indispuesto is widely understood across Spanish-speaking regions and is preferred in courteous or professional contexts to refer to minor, temporary health issues or impediments.