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Another / other / others / the other / the others

Syllabus topic 30: Another / other / others / the other / the others

Another / other / others / the other / the others. Another means one more or a different singular item.

How it works

Another means one more or a different singular item. Other comes before a plural/uncountable noun; others stands alone. The other can identify the second of two; the others refers to the rest of a specific group.

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Notice how each form fits its sentence. Read the context before choosing a form.

  • Could I have another cup of tea?
  • Some people agree; others disagree.
  • I have two bags. One is red; the other is blue.
  • Do you have any other ideas?
  • Two pupils stayed; the others went home. (the rest of the group)

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