What is the Spanish word for "alternative"?

Learn how to say "alternative" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

alternative

Spanish

alternativa

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Alternative translations of "alternative"

opción
alterno
sustituto
suplente

Examples of how to use "alternative" in Spanish

English
Is there a cheaper alternative to this?
Spanish
¿Hay una alternativa más barata a esto?
English
We need an alternative plan for tomorrow.
Spanish
Necesitamos un plan alternativo para mañana.
English
This bus is a cheaper alternative to taxis.
Spanish
Este autobús es una opción más económica que los taxis.
English
She offered an alternative idea during class.
Spanish
Ella propuso una idea alternativa durante la clase.
English
Is there an alternative route to the park?
Spanish
¿Hay una ruta alternativa al parque?

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