English Reference

another vs other

Another is used with singular countable nouns, while other is used with plural or uncountable nouns.

another

one more or a different one

I would like another cup of coffee before we leave the house.

other

additional or different people or things

Some students prefer morning classes, but other students like the evening.

Watch out

  • I need other book to finish my research project.

    I need another book to finish my research project.

  • She has another friends who live in the city center.

    She has other friends who live in the city center.

Remember Another = An + Other (singular only).

Quick check

Fill the gap with one of the two options.

  1. 1.

    We need to find way to solve this technical problem.

  2. 2.

    There are options available if you don't like this specific model.

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