Spanish Conversation · Level 76
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Spanish word
variante
Pronunciation
IPA/baˈɾjante/
Meaning
- feminine nounvariation
Example
Este plato tiene una variante con pollo.
This dish has a variation that includes chicken.
More examples
Puedes probar la variante vegetariana si prefieres evitar la carne.
You can try the vegetarian variant if you prefer to avoid meat.
Core concept
A row of identical items with one item highlighted as different.
Common phrases
la variante vegetariana
the vegetarian variant
una variante del plato
a variation of the dish
la variante más popular
the most popular variant
Similar words
variación: Marks a difference caused by change or fluctuation, often measurable over time.
versión: A particular edition or adaptation derived from an original work or model.
alternativa: A different proposal offered as a possible choice in a decision.
opción: A concrete possibility or selectable means presented for choosing.
Definition in Spanish
Forma alternativa o modificación de algo establecido que mantiene la misma identidad básica pero difiere en detalles.
Word origin
From the Latin root vari- meaning 'change' plus the agentive/relational suffix -ante, variante names a version that differs in details from the original.
Usage tips
- To express 'a variation of X' use variante de X rather than variante en X, and note the word is feminine and unaccented.