abwechselnd
Translation
alternately, in turn, by turns
Examples
Wir arbeiten abwechselnd.
We work in turns.
Sonne und Regen kamen abwechselnd.
Sun and rain came alternately.
Grammar Patterns
Used as an adverb to modify a verb We work abwechselnd (alternately).
Similar Words
Synonyms: alternately, in turn; Antonyms: simultaneously, constantly
Etymology
From 'ab-' (off, down) and 'wechseln' (to change, switch). It implies 'changing off' from one another.
Memory Tips
Picture two people 'wechseln' (switching) places as they step 'ab' (off) a platform, one after the other.