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VocabJLPT N1

alternating

の-AdjectiveNounSuru Verb

Definitions

1. alternate
2. alternating

A noun and adverb meaning alternately or in turns, describing a situation where two things or people take turns in sequence. For example, it can describe two people speaking or acting one after the other in rotation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I alternate between bread and rice for breakfast.

Sentence 2

In unguarded moments, regret and relief stab at my chest in turns.

Sentence 3

Start by alternating your left and right feet to find the rhythm.

Sentence 4

Guilt and relief keep washing over me in waves — I can't settle down.

Sentence 5

Oh my gosh, alternating between sweet and spicy is the best!