Pronunciation: [ˌɛni ˈʌðəz] (IPA) 
The correct spelling of the phrase "any others" is /ˈɛni ˈʌðərz/. The first word "any" is pronounced with a short "e" sound, followed by a nasal "n" sound and a short "i" sound. The second word "others" is pronounced with a short "uh" sound, followed by a voiced "th" sound and a long "er" sound. When written as one phrase, it is important to include the space between the two words to properly convey the intended meaning.
"Any others" is a term used to refer to a group of individuals or objects that are distinct from those mentioned or identified previously. It is used to signify additional people or things that fall within a particular category or criteria, but have not been explicitly specified or named.
The term "any others" suggests inclusivity and implies that there may be more options or possibilities beyond those already mentioned. It is often employed when discussing a list, group, or set of items, and serves to emphasize the potential existence of further choices or alternatives.
The phrase can be used in a wide range of contexts. For instance, in a social setting, it may be used when asking for additional people to come forward or to gauge whether anyone else possesses a particular characteristic. In a business or organizational context, "any others" might be used to inquire if there are additional participants or stakeholders in a given project or decision-making process.
Overall, "any others" serves as a broad category or catch-all term that represents those remaining or unaccounted for within a defined context. It acts as an open invitation or prompt for further contributions or inputs, acknowledging the possibility of additional individuals or objects that have not been explicitly mentioned.
The word "others" comes from the Old English word "ōþres", which means "the remaining ones", "the rest", or "additional ones". It is a plural form of the Old English word "ōþer", which means "another" or "other".
The word "any" also has Old English roots and can be traced back to the word "ǣniġ", meaning "a certain one" or "some one". Over time, "ǣniġ" evolved into "any", which functions as a determiner or pronoun indicating indeterminate selection or choice.
When "any" and "others" are combined to form the phrase "any others", it refers to additional or alternative choices or options, without specifying a particular subset or group.
