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substitute in Spanish

substitute in Spanish is sustituto, substituto, suplente — substitute means to use one thing or person in place of another.

substitute in Spanish

sustituto
noun
A replacement or stand-in for something that achieves a similar result or purpose.
substituto
noun
A replacement or stand-in for something that achieves a similar result or purpose.
suplente
noun
(sports) A player who is available to replace another if the need arises, and who may or may not actually do so.
sustituir
verb
substituir
verb

What does "substitute" mean?

  1. verb To use one thing or person in place of another.
    "You can substitute honey for sugar in this recipe."
  2. noun A person or thing used in place of another.
    "The teacher was out sick, so a substitute took the class."

substitute in a sentence

  • You can substitute honey for sugar in this recipe.
  • The coach substituted a fresh striker for the tired one.
  • The teacher was out sick, so a substitute took the class.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "substitute" in Spanish?

"substitute" in Spanish is sustituto, substituto, suplente. substitute means: To use one thing or person in place of another.

How do you use "substitute" in a sentence?

Example: "You can substitute honey for sugar in this recipe." In Spanish, "substitute" is sustituto, substituto, suplente.

Are there other ways to say "substitute" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 5 translations listed for "substitute": sustituto, substituto, suplente, sustituir, substituir.

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