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Level 5 = (Determiners) Determiners of Difference

 

The determiners "another" and "other" are used to refer to something that is different or in addition to. They are used before a noun.

Determiner - Another

"Another" is used before a singular countable noun. It means one more, an extra, or an additional something. It also means a different or alternative something.


·   May I have another slice of pie?

·   I would love another cup of coffee.

·   Do you have another fork?

·   I'm going to have another serving.

·   We are getting another dog.

·   He has another car.

·   I want to pick another color.

·   I have another question.

·   Can I try another flavor?

·   Let's go another day.


Determiner - Other

"Other" is used before a plural countable nouns and uncountable nouns.


·   Please try our other pies.

·   Have you read her other books?

·   I have other customers to help.

·   There are other stores to visit.

·   Are other people coming to the party?

·   Let's look for other furniture.

·   Are there other opportunities?

·   Do you have other shoes?

 

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