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other, another
Something or someone else; things or people besides the one(s) mentioned. Often refers to other places, things, or matters.
他に質問はありますか。
Are there any other questions?
他に = besides this, in addition
他の人に聞いてみてください。
Please try asking someone else.
他の + noun = other/another
この問題は他にも影響する。
This problem affects other things as well.
その他のことは明日話しましょう。
Let's talk about the rest tomorrow.
その他 = the rest, and others
自分のことだけでなく、他の人の気持ちも考えたほうがいい。
You should think about other people's feelings, not just your own.
GRAMMAR PATTERNS:
- 他に: besides, in addition, else
- 他の + noun: other/another (noun)
- その他: and others, etc.
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 他: Refers to 'other' in general (places, things, matters)
- 別: Emphasizes 'different' or 'separate'
- 外: Often interchangeable with 他, but slightly more casual
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 他でもない (none other than)
- 他ならぬ (no other than, the very)
Related Words
Related:
外 (similar meaning)