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JLPT N4 Elementary

他

Other, another, besides, or the rest

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Other forms

ほか very common hiragana form
外 alternative kanji
1 Noun

Other" / "Another

Identifies a person, object, or place that is separate or distinct from the one currently being discussed.

Example

他の 人 に 聞い て ください 。

Please ask another person.

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2 Noun, Adverb

Besides" / "In addition to

Functions as a connector indicating something additional, supplementary, or distinct from the main subject.

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3 Noun, Adverb

Have no choice but to...

Expresses a lack of alternatives, indicating that the stated action is the only viable option.

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他
ほか, た
Other, another, besides, or the rest
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