alternas

Alternas is a term that may refer to several distinct subjects. It does not designate a single, universally recognized concept, but appears in language as well as in proper names used by various organizations or works. The precise meaning depends on context.

In Spanish grammar, alternas is the second-person singular present indicative and the third-person singular present form of the verb alternar, meaning to alternate or switch between two or more states. For example: tú alternas entre estudiar y trabajar. The verb derives from Latin alternare, related to alter meaning other or another.

As an adjective, alternas also functions in the feminine plural form meaning "alternate" or "alternating," used to describe feminine nouns, such as señales alternas (alternating signals).

As a proper noun, Alternas may be used as a brand name, company, or fictional place in various works. Because no single use is dominant, references to Alternas require contextual clues to determine the intended referent.

Etymologically, the term relates to alter, other, or alternate through Latin; the root conveys the idea of change between options.

See also: alternar; alternate; alternation; alternating.