How to Pronounce "alternatives"
word
/ɔɫˈtɝnətɪvz/
awl-TUR-nuh-tivz
/ɔːltˈɜːnətˌɪvz/
awl-TUR-nuh-tivz
Definition
Other choices or options that you can use or do instead of something else.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɔɫˈtɝnətɪvz/
British English
/ɔːltˈɜːnətˌɪvz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
awl-TUR-nuh-tivz
UK
awl-TUR-nuh-tivz
Listen in Context
We need to find some alternatives to plastic bags.
There are many alternatives to taking the bus.
Do you have any alternatives for dinner tonight?
If you don't like coffee, there are plenty of alternatives like tea or juice.