personal condition

[/ˈpɜːrsənəl kənˈdɪʃən/]
nounpl: personal conditions
condição pessoal
1. An individual's physical, mental, emotional, or social state at a given time
Due to his personal condition, he was unable to attend the meeting.
Devido à sua condição pessoal, ele não pôde comparecer à reunião.
2. Circumstances or factors specific to an individual that affect their situation or eligibility
The scholarship considers each applicant's personal condition before making a decision.
A bolsa considera a condição pessoal de cada candidato antes de tomar uma decisão.
3. A person's status, circumstances, or position in society
The improvement of personal conditions in developing countries is a global priority.
A melhoria das condições pessoais nos países em desenvolvimento é uma prioridade global.
4. Health status or medical condition of an individual
Her personal condition required special medical attention.
Sua condição pessoal exigiu atenção médica especial.
In Brazil, 'condição pessoal' is frequently used in legal, medical, educational, and administrative contexts to refer to individual circumstances that may warrant special consideration or accommodations. The phrase reflects a growing emphasis on personalized approaches to services and support, particularly in healthcare and social assistance programs.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
personal circumstancesindividual statuspersonal situationstate of affairsconditioncircumstance
Antonyms / Antônimos
public conditiongeneral condition

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
condição pessoal
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
condição pessoal / situação pessoal
Both terms commonly used interchangeably
São Paulo
condição pessoal
Formal and professional contexts predominate
Portugal
condição pessoal
Same usage, though 'situação pessoal' may be slightly more common in casual speech

Related Words

personal healthmental statesocial statuswell-beingcircumstancessituation

Related Idioms & Phrases

in light of one's personal condition
given the personal condition
personal condition permitting
considering personal conditions
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