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UK//fɔː ði ˈʌðə//US//fɔr ði ˈʌðər//

Meaning of For the other

In favor of another person or group, often distinct from the speaker.

In simple words: For someone else or a different group.

For the other in a sentence

  • I donated money for the other families affected by the fire.
  • She prepared the report for the other team members to review.
  • Is this decision for the other department or for our team?
  • He always thinks about what's best for the other students.
  • The charity event is organized for the other groups in need.

How to use For the other

Use this phrase to indicate actions or decisions benefiting others. It is suitable in both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

prepositional phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'for the other' as 'for the other team' in a game.

Related words

Collocations with For the other

  • for the other side
  • for the other party
  • for the other person

Synonyms for For the other

  • for another
  • for a different person
  • on behalf of others

Common mistakes with For the other

  • Confused with 'for others', which implies a wider group than just 'the other.'
  • Incorrectly using it in singular contexts where plural is needed.

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Frequently asked questions about For the other

What does For the other mean?

For someone else or a different group.

What is the definition of For the other?

In favor of another person or group, often distinct from the speaker.

How do you use For the other in a sentence?

I donated money for the other families affected by the fire.

Can you give another example of For the other?

She prepared the report for the other team members to review.

What are synonyms for For the other?

Common alternatives include for another, for a different person, on behalf of others.

What words go with For the other?

It commonly pairs with for the other side, for the other party, for the other person.

What are common mistakes when using For the other?

Confused with 'for others', which implies a wider group than just 'the other.' Incorrectly using it in singular contexts where plural is needed.

How do you pronounce For the other?

US: //fɔr ði ˈʌðər//, UK: //fɔː ði ˈʌðə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use For the other?

Use this phrase to indicate actions or decisions benefiting others. It is suitable in both formal and informal contexts.