English–French
“take turns” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/altɛʁne/
Example
Nous allons alterner les tâches cette semaine.
We are going to take turns doing the tasks this week.
How to say “take turns” in French
“Take turns” in French is alterner.
A repeating pattern in which two or more elements take turns occupying the same role.
Example sentences with alterner
Il faut alterner travail et repos pour éviter la fatigue.
It is necessary to alternate work and rest to avoid fatigue.
Tips for using alterner
- Unlike changer, alterner suggests a recurring back-and-forth pattern rather than a single change, as in alterner les tâches.