How to say "else" in Japanese
Choosing the right word
- 他にほかにexpression, adverbCovers the core sense of 'else' — something other or additional, as in questions and negatives ('anything else?'). A common, neutral choice for 'in addition; besides' in everyday contexts.
- その他にそのほかにexpressionAlso means 'else; in addition', with a nuance of 'on top of that; furthermore', listing one more item after others. It is less common than 他に, so it is often not the first word to reach for.
Use 「他に」 for the basic 'else, in addition, besides' meaning; 「その他に」 also means 'else, in addition' but adds a 'on top of that, furthermore' flavor and is less common.
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