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Other

ˈəðər
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
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autre, l'autre, autres, autrement

Other meanings in French

autre

Example:
I would like to try another dish.
J'aimerais essayer un autre plat.
Do you have any other questions?
Avez-vous d'autres questions?
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to refer to something different from what has already been mentioned.
Note: Commonly used to indicate an alternative option or choice.

l'autre

Example:
The other book is on the table.
L'autre livre est sur la table.
One is mine, and the other is yours.
Un est à moi, et l'autre est à toi.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to specify the second of two items or persons.
Note: Often refers to a counterpart or the remaining item in a pair.

autres

Example:
There are other options available.
Il y a d'autres options disponibles.
Some students have other commitments.
Certains étudiants ont d'autres engagements.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in plural form to indicate multiple distinct items or persons.
Note: Used when discussing more than one alternative.

autrement

Example:
We can approach this differently.
Nous pouvons aborder cela autrement.
I would do it another way.
Je le ferais autrement.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate a different way or manner of doing something.
Note: Often used in discussions about methods or approaches.

Other's synonyms

different

Something that is not the same as something else; distinct or separate.
Example: I have a different opinion on the matter.
Note: Different emphasizes a contrast or distinction between two or more things.

alternative

One of two or more possibilities; a choice.
Example: Do you have any alternative suggestions?
Note: Alternative implies a choice between two or more options.

another

One more; an additional or different one.
Example: Would you like another piece of cake?
Note: Another specifically refers to an additional item or person.

separate

Not joined or connected; distinct or individual.
Example: Let's keep our personal and professional lives separate.
Note: Separate emphasizes a clear division or distinction between things.

Other expressions, common phrases

each other

Refers to a reciprocal relationship between two or more people or things.
Example: They love each other deeply.
Note: Focuses on the mutual relationship between entities.

one way or the other

Indicates that something will happen or be resolved in some manner.
Example: We'll find a solution one way or the other.
Note: Emphasizes the certainty of an outcome, regardless of the method or path taken.

the other day

Refers to a recent, unspecified day in the past.
Example: I saw Sarah at the grocery store the other day.
Note: Specifies a particular but unspecified day in the recent past.

the other side of the coin

Represents an alternative perspective or aspect of a situation.
Example: Success and failure are often the other side of the same coin.
Note: Highlights the complementary nature of contrasting viewpoints or outcomes.

somebody/something or other

Indicates a vague or unspecified choice among similar things.
Example: I need to buy some cheese or other dairy product for the recipe.
Note: Allows for flexibility in the specific selection without changing the overall meaning.

the grass is always greener on the other side

Suggests that people tend to believe others' situations are better than their own.
Example: She thinks a different job would make her happier, but the grass is always greener on the other side.
Note: Conveys the idea that perceived advantages in other situations may not be as desirable as they appear.

the other way around

Indicates a reversal of the expected order or arrangement.
Example: I thought she was the boss, but it's actually the other way around.
Note: Denotes a complete reversal of the original state or assumption.

Other everyday (slang) expressions

On the other hand

This phrase is used to introduce a different perspective or contrasting idea in a conversation or argument.
Example: I don't really like seafood. On the other hand, I love Italian food.
Note: While 'other' simply refers to something different or separate, 'on the other hand' specifically introduces an opposing view or contrasting point.

Other fish in the sea

This phrase means that there are many other options or opportunities available, especially in terms of relationships or dating.
Example: Don't worry about him, there are plenty of other fish in the sea.
Note: It uses a metaphor (fish in the sea) to convey the idea of abundance or plenty of alternatives, rather than just focusing on a singular 'other'.

Where the other half lives

This expression refers to a different economic or social class or lifestyle, often implying a wealthier or more privileged group of people.
Example: He's never been to this part of the city, it's where the other half lives.
Note: It conveys a sense of societal division based on economic status, emphasizing the contrast between different groups rather than just individual 'others'.

On the other side of the fence

This saying implies that things may appear better or more desirable from a distance, but the reality might be different once you experience it.
Example: The grass always seems greener on the other side of the fence, but you never know what struggles others may face.
Note: It uses the image of a fence to represent a barrier or boundary between different situations or perspectives, emphasizing the idea of perceived differences and unknown realities.

Among other things

This phrase is used to introduce additional topics or items that have not been explicitly mentioned in a list.
Example: Today, we need to discuss the budget, the project timeline, and among other things, the marketing strategy.
Note: While 'other' might imply just one additional thing, 'among other things' suggests there are multiple unspecified items to consider in addition to the ones already mentioned.

Other - Examples

Other people are also interested in this topic.
D'autres personnes s'intéressent également à ce sujet.
I have some other plans for the weekend.
J'ai d'autres projets pour le week-end.
The book includes various other recipes as well.
Le livre comprend également diverses autres recettes.

Other grammar

Other - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: other
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): others
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): other
Syllables, Separation and Stress
other Contains 2 syllables: oth • er
Phonetic transcription: ˈə-t͟hər
oth er , ˈə t͟hər (The red syllable is stressed)

Other - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
other: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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