English Grammar and Exercises for ESL learners.

OTHER  -  ANOTHER

Other (adjective)


Other is an adjective meaning 'different' which can be used with singular or plural nouns. 

Here are some examples :


There's some water left in this bottle. The other bottle is empty.

Some children learn quickly but other children need more time.

I'm not happy with this product.  Next time I'll buy an other brand.

I can't find my other shoe.

Have you got any other questions?


Other (pronoun)


Other can also be a pronoun to refer to things or people.


80% of the students arrive on time. 

The others (the other students) are always late.

There are two cookies left.  You have one and I'll have the other.

Only half of the guests have arrived.  Where are the others?

Another (adjective)


Another is an adjective which expresses quantity.  It means 'additional' or 'one more'.


There are six people for dinner but there are only 5 plates.

We need another plate.

This cake is delicious.  Could I have another slice please?.

Please give me another chance.  I promise to try harder..