alternativo
adjective
1. alternative, substitute alternativo a
that can replace another option
Common combinations
- ruta alternativa — alternative route
- plan alternativo — alternative plan
- forma alternativa — alternative way
- Buscamos una ruta alternativa.We're looking for an alternative route.
- Propuso un plan alternativo.He proposed an alternative plan.
- El tren es una forma alternativa de viajar.The train is an alternative way to travel.
2. alternative, non-mainstream
different from what is conventional or dominant
Common combinations
- música alternativa — alternative music
- cine alternativo — alternative cinema
- medicina alternativa — alternative medicine
- Escucha música alternativa.She listens to alternative music.
- Abrieron un cine alternativo en el barrio.They opened an alternative cinema in the neighborhood.
- Prefiere la medicina alternativa.He prefers alternative medicine.
Same root