另一个
lìng yí gè
The English phrase "another" is translated into Chinese as 另一个 (lìng yí gè).
另一个 is used to mean "another" in the sense of one more or a different one in addition to a former number. For informal contexts where you want to say "another one," you might use 再来一个. If you specifically want to express "one more" of something, you can use 再多一个.
Meaning: one more, in addition to a former number (det)
Which one should you use?
While 另一个 refers to a single additional or different one, if you are referring to "others" in a plural sense, you should use 另一些 instead.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase 另一个 typically requires a measure word, such as 个, between the number one and the noun it modifies.
How do you pronounce it?
lìng yí gè
Did you know?
- When asking for 'another' in a restaurant, the phrase 再来一个 literally translates to 'again come one', treating the item as if it is arriving to join the speaker.
- In formal Chinese writing, 另 can function as a shorthand for 'separately' or 'additionally' without needing the rest of the phrase 另一个.
- The phrase 再来一个 is often used in restaurants or bars to mean 'one more round' or 'another serving', acting as a common shorthand for ordering.
Examples in context
- 我还有另一个问题。I have another problem as well.This sentence shows how to use 另一个 to express having an additional problem.Tatoeba #13938587 by jan_OkulaJu, translation #2663316 by CK
- 这个传送门通向另一个世界。This portal leads to another world.This sentence demonstrates how 另一个 can describe a different world.Tatoeba #14038202 by jan_OkulaJu, translation #14038203 by jan_OkulaJu
- 革命就是一场暴动，一场由一个阶级推翻另一个阶级的暴力行动。A revolution is an insurrection, an act of violence by which one class overthrows another.This sentence uses 另一个 to describe one class overthrowing a different class.Tatoeba #13054923 by maina, translation #13054874 by rul
- 我需要另一个机会。I need another opportunity.
- 再来一个汉堡包，谢谢！Another hamburger, please!
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Example conversation
In a coffee shop, Hao Ran is looking for a specific mug.
- 晓雯 Xiaowen这个杯子脏了。Zhège bēizi zāng le.This cup is dirty.
- 浩然 Haoran我给你拿另一个。Wǒ gěi nǐ ná lìng yīgè.I will get another one for you.
- 晓雯 Xiaowen谢谢，浩然。Xièxiè, Hàorán.Thank you, Hao Ran.
- 浩然 Haoran不客气。Bù kèqì.You're welcome.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
