alternation — the repeated occurrence of two things in turns; successive changes between two states or conditions
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the repeated occurrence of two things in turns; successive changes between two states or conditions
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔːltərˈneɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 교대, 교체, 번갈아 일어나는 것
Korean pronunciation: 올터**네이**션
Example Sentences
- My boss has a weird alternation between being super friendly and completely ignoring me.
- The alternation of hot and cold showers is supposed to boost your immune system.
- There's a constant alternation between my desire to eat healthy and my love for pizza.
alternation
NOUN//ˌɔːltərˈneɪʃən//
the repeated occurrence of two things in turns; successive changes between two states or conditions
the repeated occurrence of two things in turns; successive changes between two states or conditions
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Origin
라틴어 'alternatus'에서 유래되었는데, 이는 '번갈아 하다'라는 의미입니다. 고대 로마인들이 농작물을 번갈아 재배하는 방식을 설명할 때 사용했던 단어가 현대까지 이어진 것입니다.
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“My boss has a weird alternation between being super friendly and completely ignoring me.”
“The alternation of hot and cold showers is supposed to boost your immune system.”
“There's a constant alternation between my desire to eat healthy and my love for pizza.”
“The alternation of work and rest is essential for productivity.”
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