anders
different, otherwise, else
Intermediate Adverb
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Pronunciation
/ˈɑn.dərs/
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Cultural Note
'Anders' embodies the Dutch tolerance for difference. The Netherlands was one of the first countries to legalize same-sex marriage (2001), and 'anders zijn' (being different) is generally accepted. 'Of anders...' (or else...) is used as a light threat or alternative suggestion.
📝 Example Sentences
Dat is anders dan ik dacht.
That's different from what I thought.
Wil je anders morgen komen?
Would you rather come tomorrow?
Iedereen is anders.
Everyone is different.