What is the Spanish word for "disabled"?

Learn how to say "disabled" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

disabled

Spanish

discapacitado

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Alternative translations of "disabled"

inhábil
minusválido
imposibilitado

Examples of how to use "disabled" in Spanish

English
The building has a ramp for disabled people.
Spanish
El edificio tiene una rampa para personas con discapacidad.
English
The elevator is for disabled passengers only.
Spanish
El ascensor es solo para pasajeros con discapacidad.
English
She uses a wheelchair because she is disabled.
Spanish
Ella usa una silla de ruedas porque está discapacitada.
English
They offered disabled parking near the entrance.
Spanish
Ofrecieron estacionamiento para discapacitados cerca de la entrada.
English
He spoke kindly to the disabled visitor.
Spanish
Él habló amablemente con el visitante discapacitado.

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