French Phrase
13h, c'est dispo ?
Meaning
The speaker is checking whether the time slot of 1 p.m. is free or available for a meeting, appointment, or activity. It’s a quick, informal way to confirm a schedule.
When to use
Use this phrase in casual conversation with friends, colleagues, or anyone you have a relaxed relationship with—especially in texts, instant messages, or spoken quick‑check‑ins. Avoid it in formal emails or business letters.
✦Grammar Breakdown
13h,c'estdispo?
13h (time expression)
In spoken French, "13h" is read as "treize heures" and indicates the time 1 p.m.
c'est (ce + est)
"c'est" is the contraction of "ce" (this/that) and "est" (is), used to introduce a statement about something previously mentioned.
dispo (informal abbreviation)
"dispo" is the colloquial short form of "disponible" and is common in spoken language and texting; it is not used in formal writing.
Question mark without inversion
In informal French, a yes‑no question can be formed simply by adding a question mark after a statement, as in "c'est dispo ?"
🗨In Conversation
13h, c'est dispo ?
1 p.m., is it free?
Oui, je n’ai rien de prévu.
Yes, I have nothing planned.
✕Common Mistakes
c'est disponible ?
"Disponible" is an adjective; the natural informal question uses the short form "dispo". In formal French you would say "Est‑ce que c’est disponible ?" with inversion.
13h, est‑il dispo ?
The subject of "dispo" is the time slot, not a masculine noun, so "c'est" is preferred. "Est‑il" would be grammatically odd here.
↔Alternatives
13h, c'est libre ?
1 p.m., is it free?
13h, ça te va ?
Does 1 p.m. work for you?
Est‑ce que 13h te convient ?
Does 1 p.m. suit you?
13h, on peut se voir ?
Can we meet at 1 p.m.?
Cultural Tip
The abbreviation "dispo" is ubiquitous in everyday French, especially among younger speakers and in digital communication. In a formal setting you would say "Est‑ce que 13h est disponible ?" or "13h vous convient‑il ?". Also, French speakers often drop the "heure" after the number when the context is clear, so "13h" alone is enough to convey the time.