French Phrase
Oui, ils sont dispo.
Meaning
Literally “Yes, they are available.” The sentence is a quick, informal way to confirm that a group of people, objects, or services can be used or are free at the moment.
When to use
Use this phrase when someone asks whether several items, rooms, people, or services are free or ready. It works best in casual conversation, text messages, or when speaking with friends and colleagues.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ouiilssontdispo
Oui
The standard French word for “yes”, used to affirm a statement or answer a question.
ils
Third‑person plural pronoun meaning “they” (masculine or mixed gender).
sont
Present‑tense form of the verb être (to be) for the pronouns ils/elles.
dispo
Colloquial abbreviation of disponible; means “available”. It is informal and common in spoken French and texting.
🗨In Conversation
Est‑ce que les salles de réunion sont libres cet après‑midi ?
Are the meeting rooms free this afternoon?
Oui, ils sont dispo.
Yes, they are available.
✕Common Mistakes
Il sont dispo.
Subject‑verb agreement: the verb “être” must agree with the plural subject “ils”.
Ils sont disponible.
The adjective must agree in number: use the plural form “disponibles”.
Oui, ils sont dispo.
Using “dispo” in a formal email or presentation can sound too casual; replace with “disponibles”.
↔Alternatives
Oui, ils sont disponibles.
Yes, they are available.
Oui, ils sont libres.
Yes, they are free.
Oui, ils sont prêts.
Yes, they are ready.
Cultural Tip
“Dispo” is strictly informal; avoid it in business emails, official documents, or when speaking to strangers you want to sound polite. In formal contexts, use the full adjective — disponible — and match the gender and number (disponibles). Also, remember that “ils” can refer to a mixed‑gender group or an all‑male group; for an all‑female group you would say “elles sont dispo.”