other
Translation
other, different, alternative, additional
Examples
I want the other one.
I want the other one.
Do you have any other questions?
Do you have any other questions?
Some people like tea, other people prefer coffee.
Some people like tea, other people prefer coffee.
Grammar Patterns
the other ((noun)) the second of two things I'll take the other book.
any other ((plural noun)) any additional things Do you have any other ideas?
other ((plural noun)) different or additional things Other students agreed with her.
Similar Words
Synonyms: different, additional; Antonyms: same
Etymology
From Old English 'ōþer', meaning 'second, other'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'one' and 'the other' as a pair. It refers to the second of two items or an alternative.