French word

variante

Pronunciation

IPA/vaʁjɑ̃t/

Meaning

  • feminine nounalternative

Example

Si tu veux, propose une variante.

If you want, suggest an alternative.

Illustration for variante (alternative)

More examples

Il existe plusieurs variantes de ce plat selon les régions.

Several alternative versions of this dish exist, depending on the region.

Core concept

A nearby version of a method, text, or plan that keeps its basic shape while changing selected details.

Common phrases

  • proposer une variante

    suggest an alternative

  • une variante possible

    one possible alternative

  • différentes variantes

    various alternatives

Similar words

alternative: A different method or proposal that can be considered instead.
option: One possibility or plan available to be selected.
choix: One of several items from which a selection can be made.
version: A form or edition with different content or design.

Definition in French

Une version légèrement différente d'une chose (méthode, texte, plan) destinée à servir d'alternative à l'original.

Word origin

French variante is linked to variant, from Latin varians, variantis, the present participle of variare, meaning to change.

Usage tips

  • Variante is feminine, so the usual forms are une variante and cette variante.

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