How to Pronounce "alternative"
word
/ɔɫˈtɝnətɪv/
awl-TUR-nuh-tiv
/ɔːltˈɜːnətˌɪv/
awl-TUR-nuh-tiv
Definition
An alternative is another choice or possibility you can use instead of the usual one or instead of something else. It can refer to a different option, method, plan, or solution.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɔɫˈtɝnətɪv/
British English
/ɔːltˈɜːnətˌɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
awl-TUR-nuh-tiv
UK
awl-TUR-nuh-tiv
Listen in Context
We need an alternative if this plan fails.
Is there an alternative to taking the bus?
This store sells alternative energy products.
If the first idea doesn't work, let's come up with an alternative.