Other or another

We use other with plural or uncountable nouns.

  • I have some other books at home.
    (Books is plural.)
    I have my handbag. My other luggage is in the hotel.
  • (Luggage is uncountable.)

We use another with singular nouns.

  • I have another blue shirt in my wardrobe.
    (Shirt is singular.)
  • Another piece of cake please.