Alternatibo (en. Alternative)

al-ter-na-ti-bo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An option that is different from the original or primary choice.
We are looking for an alternative to our usual method.
Naghahanap kami ng alternatibo sa aming nakagawiang pamamaraan.
A thing or method that can be used instead of another.
Solar energy is a great alternative to fossil fuels.
Ang solar energy ay isang mahusay na alternatibo sa fossil fuels.
An option that can be chosen among propositions.
The alternative can help people with different needs.
Ang alternatibo ay maaaring makatulong sa mga taong may iba’t ibang pangangailangan.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'alternativa'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Research alternatives
Look for other possible options.
Magsaliksik ng alternatibo
No alternatives
There is no other option but this.
Walang alternatibo

Related Words

selection
The process of choosing from various options.
pamimilian
variability
The ability to change or vary.
variability

Slang Meanings

Option or substitute
If we can't meet, do we have an alternative?
Kung hindi tayo makakapag-meet, may alternatibo ba tayo?
Back-up plan
I always have alternatives in the gaps of my plans.
Laging may alternatibo sa mga butas ng plano ko.
Replacement idea
I'm constantly looking for alternatives to problems.
Non-stop akong naghahanap ng alternatibo sa mga problema.