ADJECTIVE

alternativ/ˌaltɛʁnaˈtiːf/alternative; different; non-mainstream

alternativ is a German adjective that means alternative, different, or non-mainstream. It is pronounced /ˌaltɛʁnaˈtiːf/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "alternativer" and "alternativsten".

Definitions

1.offering an alternative; different from the usual or mainstream(general)

a.providing or presenting a choice among possibilities

Wir suchen eine alternative Lösung für das Problem.We are looking for an alternative solution to the problem.

b.non-mainstream; unconventional

Viele junge Leute bevorzugen einen alternativen Lebensstil.Many young people prefer an alternative lifestyle.

Adjective Forms

Positivealternativ
Comparativealternativer
Superlativealternativsten

Frequently asked questions

What does "alternativ" mean in English?
"alternativ" means alternative, different, or non-mainstream. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "alternativ"?
"alternativ" is pronounced /ˌaltɛʁnaˈtiːf/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What are the comparative and superlative of "alternativ"?
The comparative of "alternativ" is "alternativer" and the superlative is "alternativsten".
What part of speech is "alternativ"?
"alternativ" is a adjective in German.

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