French Conversation · Level 53
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French word
alternatif
Pronunciation
IPA/altɛʁnatif/
Meaning
- adjectivealternative
Example
Il existe une méthode alternative.
There is an alternative method.
More examples
En cas de travaux, prenez un itinéraire alternatif.
In case of roadwork, take an alternate route.
Core concept
A parallel option that can take the place of the usual choice.
Common phrases
itinéraire alternatif
alternate route
plan alternatif
alternative plan
solution alternative
alternative solution
Similar words
autre: Referring to a different option or item that can take its place.
Definition in French
Qui sert de possibilité de remplacement à une option principale, pouvant remplacer ou compléter une autre chose.
Word origin
The French adjective alternatif developed from Latin alternativus, formed from alternare, 'to alternate', for something chosen in turn or in place of another.
Usage tips
- Alternative can describe a non-mainstream approach in French, as in musique alternative, not only a replacement choice.
Other meanings
- alternateadjective
Opposites
- traditionneltraditionaladjective
- classiqueclassicadjective
Related words
- alternativealternativenoun
- alternativementalternativelyadverb