How do you say "The other route" in French?

"The other route" in French is "L'autre chemin". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘The other route’ in French

Q: What does "L'autre chemin" mean in English?

"L'autre chemin" means "The other route" in English. Usage tip: [L'] is the shortened form of [le] or [la] before a vowel, so it always has to attach to the next word: [l'autre], [l'hôtel]. [Autre] means "other," so [l'autre chemin] is "the other route," not "another route" in a vague sense.

L'autre chemin

luh oh-truh shuh-mehn

[luh oh-truh shuh-mehn]

💬 Usage Tip: [L'] is the shortened form of [le] or [la] before a vowel, so it always has to attach to the next word: [l'autre], [l'hôtel]. [Autre] means "other," so [l'autre chemin] is "the other route," not "another route" in a vague sense.

Phrase Breakdown

L'autre

luh oh-truh

Words in this phrase

[luh]

The

A definite article used to refer to a specific noun that is acknowledged or known.

Example

L'autre chemin est plus rapide.

The other route is faster.

autre

[oh-truh]

other

Used to refer to a different or additional thing or person.

Example

Je préfère l'autre route.

I prefer the other route.

chemin

[shuh-mehn]

route

A way or course taken to get from a starting point to a destination.

Example

Quel chemin devrions-nous prendre?

Which route should we take?

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