alternativ

B1

alternative

English meaning
alternative

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alternativ in a sentence

Wir brauchen alternative Energien.

We need alternative energies.

Comparative and superlative

alternativ → alternativer → am alternativsten

Word family

alternativ is built from das Alter (age). German builds meaning by welding words together, so knowing the parts usually gives you the whole.

Words that go with alternativ

Questions about alternativ

What is the comparative of alternativ?

alternativ → alternativer → am alternativsten.

What does alternativ mean in English?

alternativ means "alternative". For example: "Wir brauchen alternative Energien." — "We need alternative energies."

What level is alternativ in German?

alternativ is a B1 word — b1 — intermediate.

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