alternate in Danish

alternate in Danish is alternativ, hveranden — alternate means happening in turns, first one thing then the other, repeatedly.

alternate in Danish

alternativ

adj

(mathematics) Designating the members in a series, which regularly intervene between the members of another series, as the odd or even numbers of the numerals; every other; every second.

hveranden

adj

(mathematics) Designating the members in a series, which regularly intervene between the members of another series, as the odd or even numbers of the numerals; every other; every second.

What does "alternate" mean?

adj Happening in turns, first one thing then the other, repeatedly.
"Bins are collected on alternate Tuesdays, so check the calendar before putting them out."
noun A person or thing standing in as a substitute for another.
"The coach brought an alternate in case one of the players fell ill."
verb To switch back and forth between two things in a regular pattern.
"Alternate between hot and cold water to ease the sore muscles."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

alternate in a sentence

Bins are collected on alternate Tuesdays, so check the calendar before putting them out.
The fence posts were painted in alternate colors.
The coach brought an alternate in case one of the players fell ill.
Each delegate has a named alternate who can vote when they are away.

Similar words in Danish

alternative deputy jump replacement reserve substitute surrogate switch

Common Danish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "alternate" in Danish?

"alternate" in Danish is alternativ, hveranden. alternate means: Happening in turns, first one thing then the other, repeatedly.

How do you use "alternate" in a sentence?

Example: "Bins are collected on alternate Tuesdays, so check the calendar before putting them out." In Danish, "alternate" is alternativ, hveranden.

Are there other ways to say "alternate" in Danish?

Yes — Danish has 2 translations listed for "alternate": alternativ, hveranden.

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