andere
/ˈʔandəʁə/
The English phrase "other" is translated into German as andere.
andere is used to refer to a person or thing that is different from the one already mentioned.
Which one should you use?
While andere refers to a different person or thing, you should use noch eine or noch ein if you mean "another" in the sense of "one more" of the same kind.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form andere is used for feminine singular nouns in the nominative and accusative cases, as well as for the plural of masculine, feminine and neuter nouns. The form anderen is used for the plural in the dative case, such as in mit den anderen. The form anderer is used for feminine singular nouns in the genitive case or for masculine singular nouns in the nominative case when there is no article. The form anderes is used for neuter singular nouns in the nominative and accusative cases when no article is present.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈʔandəʁə/
Did you know?
- Using andere can sometimes imply a total replacement, whereas noch ein suggests an addition. Saying Ich möchte ein anderes Bier means you want to swap your current beer for a different brand.
- The word andere is a close relative of the English word 'other'. Both descend from a common Proto-Germanic root meaning 'second' or 'different'.
- In German, the word andere can function as a noun, meaning 'the others' or 'the other ones', whereas in English 'other' usually requires a noun to follow it.
Examples in context
- Wo ist der andere?Where's the other one?This sentence is useful for practicing the form andere in the masculine singular.Tatoeba #6471356 by wolfgangth, translation #1886595 by CK
- Wo ist die andere?Where is the other one?This sentence is useful for practicing the form andere in the feminine singular.Tatoeba #6471357 by wolfgangth, translation #6471030 by LeeSooHa
- Wo sind die anderen?Where are the other guys?This sentence is useful for practicing the form andere in the plural.Tatoeba #2417161 by Zaghawa, translation #5471570 by CK
- Sie sollten andere Optionen in Betracht ziehen, bevor Sie eine Entscheidung treffen.You should consider other options before making a decision.
- Wir bieten verschiedene Zahlungsmethoden an.We offer various payment methods.
- Bei weiteren Fragen zögern Sie bitte nicht, uns zu kontaktieren.If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
- Es gibt noch andere Orte, die wir besuchen könnten.There are other places we could visit.
- Gibt es sonst noch etwas, das du hinzufügen möchtest?Is there anything else you would like to add?
- Bitte bringen Sie alle übrigen Unterlagen mit, die Sie haben.Please bring any other documents you have.
- Das andere BuchThe other book (neuter)
- Die anderen SchuheThe other shoes (plural)
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Example conversation
Lukas and Laura are choosing a movie to watch.
- LukasWillst du diesen Film sehen?Do you want to watch this movie?
- LauraNein, ich möchte eine andere sehen.No, I want to see another one.
- LukasWelche andere meinst du?Which other one do you mean?
- LauraDie Komödie auf der anderen Liste.The comedy on the other list.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry andere, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
