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
| Positive | alternativ |
|---|---|
| Comparative | alternativer |
| Superlative | alternativsten |
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.
