andere
/ˈandəʁə/Used to refer to something or someone different or distinct from what has already been mentioned.
Sie hat andere Interessen als ich.
She has different interests than me.
Often used with 'als' (than) to compare or contrast.
Used to mean 'another' when referring to an additional person or thing.
Kann ich bitte eine andere Farbe wählen?
Can I please choose another color?
In this sense, it is often used with 'als' (than) or 'als auch' (as well).
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💡Pro Tip
Gender Agreement
'Andere' must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. For example, 'andere Frau' (other woman), 'anderer Mann' (other man), 'andere Kinder' (other children).
⚡Gold Rule
Comparison
When comparing, 'andere' is often used with 'als' (than). For example, 'Sie ist anders als ich' (She is different than me).
📖Word Origin
From Middle High German 'ander', from Old High German 'andar', from Proto-Germanic 'anþaraz' (other).
📝Usage Notes
In German, 'andere' is used as an adjective to describe something different or distinct. It is often used with 'als' to compare or contrast.