Meaning and Usage
"その他" (そのほか) means "besides," "other," or "in addition to." It is commonly used to refer to things or items that are additional or separate from what has already been mentioned.
Common Contexts
You will often see "その他" used in lists, reports, or conversations when adding extra information or categories beyond the main points. It can refer to physical objects, abstract concepts, or questions.
Collocations and Patterns
- "その他の + noun": to specify "other" items or categories (e.g., その他の情報 - other information)
- "そのほかに": meaning "besides that" or "in addition to that," often used to introduce extra points or questions
- "売上のほかにその他の費用": combining "ほかに" and "その他" to emphasize additional items
Register and Politeness
"その他" is neutral and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. It is frequently used in business, academic, and everyday conversation.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "その他" with "ほか" alone. While "ほか" can mean "other," "その他" is more explicit and often used to group or summarize additional items. Use "その他" when you want to clearly indicate "other things" beyond what was mentioned.