American English

How to pronounce others

pronounB1Very common word
UHtherz

/ˈə.ðɚz/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

Form of other

Others is used without a noun after it.

Different people or things, or the people or things that remain, when the noun is not repeated.

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Meanings & examples

plural pronoun

Different people or things, or the people or things that remain, when the noun is not repeated.

Some people prefer working alone, while others enjoy teamwork.

I try to listen to others before making a decision.

Useful expressions

each other

One person or group does something to another, and the action goes both ways.

Mia and Leo help each other.

on the other hand

Used to introduce a contrasting point.

The job pays well; on the other hand, it is far away.

other than

Except for; apart from.

Other than coffee, I drink water.

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