substitute in Finnish
substitute in Finnish is korvike, sijainen, varaosa — substitute means to use one thing or person in place of another.
substitute in Finnish
korvike
A replacement or stand-in for something that achieves a similar result or purpose.
sijainen
A replacement or stand-in for something that achieves a similar result or purpose.
varaosa
A replacement or stand-in for something that achieves a similar result or purpose.
vaihtopelaaja
(sports) A player who is available to replace another if the need arises, and who may or may not actually do so.
korvata
korvata
(transitive, sports) To remove (a player) from the field of play and bring on another in his place.
panna vaihtoon
(transitive, sports) To remove (a player) from the field of play and bring on another in his place.
vaihtaa
(transitive, sports) To remove (a player) from the field of play and bring on another in his place.
korvata
(intransitive) To serve as a replacement (for someone or something).
sijaistaa
(intransitive) To serve as a replacement (for someone or something).
toimia sijaisena
(intransitive) To serve as a replacement (for someone or something).
What does "substitute" mean?
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verb To use one thing or person in place of another.
"If you have no butter, you can substitute margarine in most cakes."
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noun A person or thing used in place of another.
"Soya milk is a popular substitute for cow's milk in coffee."
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substitute in a sentence
- If you have no butter, you can substitute margarine in most cakes.
- You can substitute honey for sugar in this recipe.
- Soya milk is a popular substitute for cow's milk in coffee.
- Nothing is a substitute for a good night's sleep before an exam.
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What is "substitute" in Finnish?
"substitute" in Finnish is korvike, sijainen, varaosa. substitute means: To use one thing or person in place of another.
How do you use "substitute" in a sentence?
Example: "If you have no butter, you can substitute margarine in most cakes." In Finnish, "substitute" is korvike, sijainen, varaosa.
Are there other ways to say "substitute" in Finnish?
Yes — Finnish has 9 translations listed for "substitute": korvike, sijainen, varaosa, vaihtopelaaja, korvata, panna vaihtoon.
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