B1 — Intermediateadjective
disponibile
helpful, willing, available to help
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
collaborativoaccomodantepremurosoapertoaltruista
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
indisponibilescostanteegoistachiusorestio
Usage note
'Disponibile' (helpful/willing) is a very positive quality in Italian culture. Note: also means available (sei disponibile domani? = are you available tomorrow?). Context makes the meaning clear.
Example
"È sempre disponibile ad aiutare i colleghi in difficoltà."
"He is always willing to help colleagues in difficulty."
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