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    L'autre (en. The other)

    /lo.tʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person different from the one previously mentioned.
    The other is very different from me.
    L'autre est très différent de moi.
    The second of a pair.
    You must choose between one or the other.
    Tu dois choisir entre l'un et l'autre.
    A concept of identity and otherness.
    It is important to respect the other.
    Il est important de respecter l'autre.
    adjective
    Who is not the one being designated.
    Take the other path.
    Prends l'autre chemin.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'alter', meaning 'another'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    either one
    It means choosing between two options.
    l'un ou l'autre
    the other side
    Refers to another perspective or situation.
    l'autre côté
    the other day
    Refers to a recent but unspecified day.
    l'autre jour

    Related Words

    other
    Something different or additional.
    autre
    alternative
    Indicating a different option.
    alternatif
    second
    Which comes after the first.
    second

    Slang Meanings

    A buddy or a friend.
    I'm going to see the other one tonight.
    Je vais voir l'autre ce soir.
    A person of the opposite sex.
    He is dating the other one, a real love at first sight.
    Il sort avec l'autre, un vrai coup de foudre.