die Option
Translation
option, choice, alternative
Examples
Wir haben mehrere Optionen.
We have several options.
Das ist keine gute Option.
That is not a good option.
Er zog die Option, zu schweigen.
He took the option to remain silent.
Grammar Patterns
to have ((sth.)) as an option We have this option.
to take the option ((to do sth.)) He took the option to quit.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Möglichkeit, Alternative, Wahl; Antonyms: Zwang, Notwendigkeit
Etymology
From Latin 'optio' (choice), related to 'optare' (to choose). It's an international word.
Memory Tips
It's a cognate of the English word 'option' and has a very similar meaning. Remember the feminine article 'die'.