alternative

a choice or possibility that is different from the usual one; a way of doing something that is not the normal or standard way

opción, alternativa

• an alternative to something

Collocations alternative medicine · alternative energy sources

• There are several alternatives to driving.

  Hay varias alternativas a conducir.

something that is used instead of something else, usually because the other thing is not available or suitable

sustituto, reemplazo

• an alternative to something

Collocations alternative route · alternative plan

• We had to use an alternative route because of the roadworks.

  Tuvo que usar una ruta alternativa debido a las obras de construcción.

a way of living that is different from what most people do, often involving beliefs or practices that are not usual in society

estilo de vida alternativo

• an alternative lifestyle

Collocations alternative lifestyle · alternative culture

• She chose an alternative lifestyle that included living off the land.

  Ella eligió un estilo de vida alternativo que incluía vivir del campo.

a type of music that is different from mainstream popular music, often with political or social messages and a simpler sound than pop music

música alternativa

• alternative rock

Collocations alternative rock · alternative music scene

• The band plays alternative rock.

  La banda toca rock alternativo.