noun

alternate

alt·ern·ate 3 syllables

That which alternates with something else; vicissitude.

Word facts

Part of speech noun
Syllables 3
Letters 9
Starts with A

Definition of Alternate

That which alternates with something else; vicissitude.

How to use Alternate

Alternate is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.

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How many syllables does alternate have?

Alternate has 3 syllables: alt·ern·ate. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.

What part of speech is alternate?

Alternate is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.

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How do you use alternate in a sentence?

Alternate can be used in sentences where a noun describing that which alternates with something else; vicissitude. is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.

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Alternate starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.

How many letters does alternate have?

Alternate has 9 letters. It contains 3 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.