others - Master This Word
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others Word Meanings
- the rest of the people or things in a group
- other options or items; different or additional
- people or things not the ones already mentioned
others Example Sentences
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others Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈʌðəz/
US
/ˈʌðərz/
others Word Etymology
(a) Root decomposition: other + -s; (b) Historical origin: Old English oþer, via Proto-Germanic *antharaz, from the Indo-European root *ant-. (c) Memory image: imagine two doors—the one you know and the other door leading to a different room.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
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Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
Others is a pronoun used to refer to people or things that remain after something or someone has been considered. In English we distinguish between other(s) and the others; other is used with a singular noun or in a general sense, while the others is used with a plural noun when you mean the remaining ones. You can also say 'the rest' or 'other options' depending on context. Use others when you want to point to additional items not yet discussed: 'Some students brought notebooks, but the others forgot theirs.' Or to refer to people outside a group: 'Some colleagues arrived late, while the others left early.' The word helps avoid repeating nouns and keeps the sentence flowing, especially in comparisons or lists of options.
Usage Reminders
- Tip 1: Other vs others; Tip 2: The rest vs the others; Tip 3: Others as a subject; Tip 4: Possessive form: the others' opinions; Tip 5: Avoid repeating nouns; Tip 6: Practice in mixed contexts.
Common Misconceptions
- Others always refer to people; it can refer to things as well.
- You must always say the, before others.
- Others can never be the subject of a sentence.
- You must always use the possessive form (the others' ...) after others.
- Other and others have the same plural behavior in all contexts.
Thinking Differences
English tends to separate remaining items with clear plural references (the others) or generic rest terms, while some languages bundle rest with the noun or use different pronouns. Learners often transfer singular/plural rules from their language, leading to mistakes like using other with plural nouns or dropping the article
Learning Tips
- Tip 1: Do not reuse nouns; replace with others or the rest appropriately.
- Tip 2: Use the plural subject with others: Others think differently.
- Tip 3: Memorize the possessive form: the others' opinions.
- Tip 4: Practice contrasting 'other' (singular) vs 'others' (plural).
- Tip 5: Read/watch examples with groups and options to hear natural usage.
- Tip 6: Write short dialogues that compare two or three options.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to 'others'?
A.Together
B.Alone
C.Different
D.Same
Step 2: Usage
How is the word 'others' used in a sentence?
A.She is always selfish towards others.
B.They never care about others' feelings.
C.He likes to help others in need.
D.I only think about myself, never others.
Step 3: Similar Words
What is the opposite of 'others'?
A.Everyone
B.No one
C.Them
D.Myself
Step 4: Opposite Words
Can you think of a real-life situation where the word 'others' is commonly used?
A.Group project at school
B.Shopping for yourself
C.Watching a movie alone
D.Cooking for one
Step 5: Mastery
Explain the importance of considering others in your daily interactions.
A.Others' opinions don't matter.
B.It helps build stronger relationships.
C.It's not necessary, focus on yourself.
D.Being selfish is the key to success.
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