The Difference Between Other and Another | On Your Mark's English

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The Secret of "An + Other"

These two words look very similar, but they follow a strict rule based on numbers.

The easiest way to remember the difference is to look at the word another.

It is actually two words combined: AN + OTHER. In English, "An" always means one.

Therefore, another is always singular!

1. ANOTHER (Singular) ☝️

Use this when talking about one additional person or thing.

• "This pen is broken. I need another pen."

• "Please give me another chance."

• "I will see you another time."

  
  

2. OTHER (Plural) 🔢

Use this when talking about multiple additional people or things.

• "I don't like these shoes. Show me other shoes."

• "There are many other people in the room."

• "Do you have other ideas?"

  
  

Bonus: "The Other"

You might ask:

"What about The Other?"

We use "The Other" when there is only one specific thing remaining.

• "I have two brothers. One is a doctor. My other brother is a teacher."

  
  

Your Turn

Test yourself! Fill in the blank: "I want to visit ______ (other/another) countries next year." (Hint: Is "countries" singular or plural?) Write your answer in the comments down below.

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