Definition and meaning of English word "another"
another
/əˈnəʊðə/
Meaning
determinerOne more further, in addition to the quantity by then; a second or additional one, similar in likeness or in effect.
How to use
The determiner 'another' is commonly used in everyday English to indicate an additional person or thing, often similar in nature to one already mentioned or known. It is typically used in informal contexts and is frequently followed by a singular noun. A common learner mistake is to confuse 'another' with 'other', which is used to indicate a different person or thing, often in a more general sense.
🇬🇧 English
another
Example
I have another book to read.
Can I have another slice of pizza?
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- another time— another time
- another one— another one
- one another— one another
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What does the English word "another" mean?▼
The English word "another" means "another" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "I have another book to read." (which translates as "another").
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