What does OTHER mean?

Parts of Speech

Other is a pronoun, adjective, and conjunction.

Definitions

As a pronoun, other refers to a person or thing that is different or distinct from one already mentioned or known. As an adjective, it means different or distinct from the one or ones already mentioned or known. As a conjunction, it means otherwise; differently.

Pronunciations

US: ˈʌðər

UK: ˈʌðə

Origin and Usage

The word other originated from the Old English word ōþer, which means "second of two, the second." It has been used in the English language since the 12th century. Other is a commonly used word in both written and spoken English.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for other include different, alternative, additional, and further.

Related Words

Words related to other include alter, ether, and throe.

Example Sentences

• As a pronoun: "He didn like the first shirt, so he tried on the other."
• As an adjective: "She prefers the other brand of coffee."
• As a conjunction: "He would have gone to the party, other than the fact that he was sick."