alternate in French

alternate in French is alternatif, alternative, alterner — alternate means happening in turns, first one thing then the other, repeatedly.

alternate in French

alternatif

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.

alternative

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.

alterner

verb

(transitive) To perform by turns, or in succession; to cause to succeed by turns; to interchange regularly.

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.

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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 French

alternating alternative backup flip interchange jump replacement reserve

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "alternate" in French?

"alternate" in French is alternatif, alternative, alterner. 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 French, "alternate" is alternatif, alternative, alterner.

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

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "alternate": alternatif, alternative, alterner.

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