alteration

cambio, modificación

Diferencia que se produce en la forma, las características o el estado de algo.

En inglés sencillo: A change in something’s form, nature, or condition.

• We made a small alteration to the plan.
• There was no alteration in her condition.
• The final design includes several alterations.

Cómo se usa: an alteration in something (We noticed an alteration in his voice.); an alteration to something (They requested an alteration to the design.)

Sinónimos: change, modification

Expresiones frecuentes: minor alteration, alteration in something, alteration to something

modificación, alteración

Acción de modificar algo para que sea distinto.

En inglés sencillo: The act of changing something to make it different.

• Alteration of the dress took an hour.
• The plans allow for alteration of the entrance.
• Careful alteration can make old clothes fit better.

Cómo se usa: alteration of something (Alteration of the building requires permission.)

Sinónimos: modification, changing

Expresiones frecuentes: make an alteration, structural alteration, clothing alteration