Some & Any
Teacher: Hussein Ihsan
Outline
• Some & any (brief definition)
• Uses of some
• Uses of any
Some & Any
•The terms "some" and "any" are
determiners in English grammar, and
they are used to modify nouns.
• Uses of some
1. Affirmative Statements: "Some" is used in positive or
affirmative statements when the speaker believes
that a certain quantity or amount of something
exists.
Example: "I have some books on the shelf."
2. Requests: "Some" can also be used in requests,
especially when making an offer or asking for
permission.
Example: "Could I have some water, please?"
• Uses of any
1. Negative Statements: "Any" is often used in negative
statements or questions. It is used to refer to an
indefinite or unlimited quantity, suggesting that there is
no specific amount or number in mind.
Example (Negative): "I don't have any money."
2. Questions: "Any" is commonly used in questions, both
direct and indirect, to inquire about the existence or
availability of something.
Example: "Do you have any plans for the weekend?"
• 3.Conditional Sentences: "Any" is also used in
conditional sentences to indicate that something is
acceptable or possible under certain conditions.
Example: "You can take any book from the shelf if you
want."
• * It's important to note that "some" is generally used in positive
contexts, while "any" is often used in negative or interrogative
(question) contexts. However, there are exceptions, and the
choice between them can sometimes depend on the specific
context and the intended meaning.
Some & Any
With countable and uncountable
• both "some" and "any" can be used with countable
and uncountable nouns.
• Countable Nouns: "Some/any" can be used with
countable nouns when referring to an unspecified
quantity.
• Example: "She has some friends in the city."
• Uncountable Nouns: They can also be used with
uncountable nouns to express an unspecified
amount.
• Example: "I need some advice."
Conculsion
• In summary, "some" is generally used in positive
statements and offers, while "any" is often used in
negative statements, questions, and conditional
sentences. Both can be used with both countable
and uncountable nouns, depending on the
context.
Some questions
• I don't have _______ money left in my wallet. a. some b.
any
• Could you pass me _______ water, please? a. some b.
any
• Do you have _______ plans for the weekend? a. some
b. any
• I can't find _______ information about that topic. a. some
b. any
• If you need _______ help, just ask. a. some b. any
Answers
• I don't have any money left in my wallet.
• Could you pass me some water, please?
• Do you have any plans for the weekend?
• I can't find any information about that topic.
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