Ever wondered how to say \”another\” in Chinese? The word you’re looking for is “另一个” (lìng yī gè). It’s a handy phrase that pops up all the time in conversations, whether you’re asking for \”another cup of coffee\” (另一个杯子, lìng yī gè bēizi) or pointing out \”another option\” (另一个选择, lìng yī gè xuǎnzé). But Chinese isn’t just about memorizing words—it’s about playing with tones, characters, and context. Let’s break it down in a fun way!
First, the pronunciation: lìng yī gè rolls off the tongue with a mix of tones—lìng (4th tone, sharp drop), yī (1st tone, steady high pitch), and gè (4th tone again). It’s like a mini melody! The word “另” (lìng) means \”separate\” or \”additional,\” while “一个” (yī gè) is the classic \”one\” + measure word combo. Together, they’re your go-to for \”another\” in most situations.
But wait—there’s more! Chinese loves variety. For plural \”others,\” you’d say “其他” (qí tā) or “别的” (bié de). For example, \”other people\” is 其他人 (qí tā rén), and \”something else\” is 别的东西 (bié de dōngxi). See how flexible it is?
Now, how do you remember these without going cross-eyed? Here’s a trick: link lìng yī gè to the English phrase \”ling + 1 thing.\” Silly? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely! Also, watch Chinese shows or listen to songs—you’ll hear lìng yī gè everywhere, from dramas (“另一个世界”, another world) to pop lyrics.
Finally, practice with flair. Next time you’re at a bubble tea shop, point to a flavor and say, “我要另一个” (wǒ yào lìng yī gè)—\”I want another one!\” The staff might chuckle, but you’ll nail it. Chinese is all about diving in, making mistakes, and laughing along the way. So go ahead—try \”another\” today, and soon you’ll be tossing it into chats like a pro!