Alternativa (en. Alternative)

/al-teɾ-na-ˈtiβa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Possibility of choosing between two or more things.

The alternative of studying abroad is attractive.

La alternativa de estudiar en el extranjero es atractiva.

Different solution to a problem.

Finding an alternative to this problem is crucial.

Buscar una alternativa a este problema es crucial.

Choice that can be made.

We must consider all alternatives before deciding.

Debemos considerar todas las alternativas antes de decidir.

From Latin 'alternativa', which means 'alternative' or 'option'.

To provide an alternative

Offering an option to someone.

dar una alternativa

As an alternative

Instead of something, as an option.

en alternativa

Viable alternative

Option that is feasible and practical.

alternativa viable

Alternate

Changing from one thing to another.

alternar

Option

Choice among various possibilities.

opción

Variant

Something that presents a difference compared to a norm.

variante

Options or choices that are considered less conventional.

Taking an alternative to office work, such as freelancing.

Tomar una alternativa al trabajo de oficina, como trabajar freelance.

Giving oneself a chance to experience something new.

She decided to try an alternative in her diet.

Ella decidió probar una alternativa en su dieta.