Some Meaning and Definition
Some
Pronunciation
/sʌm/
Part of Speech
Adjective or Pronoun
Definition
A limited or indefinite quantity of something, or a small number or portion of something. Can also be used as a pronoun, meaning a certain or indeterminate amount or extent of something.
Etymology
The word “Some” is derived from Old English “sum”, which means “some” or “a certain amount”.
Usage Notes
Use “some” as an adjective to describe a limited or indefinite quantity of something, such as “some water” or “some advice”. Use “some” as a pronoun to refer to a certain or indeterminate amount of something, such as “I want some” or “I have some experience”.
Cultural References
In 1997, the band Some released their album “Some”.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- Count some
- Let some
- Take some
Related Words or Phrases
- Any
- All
- Much
Collocations
- Some of
- Some body
- Some kind
Frequency of Use
“Some” is a commonly used word in English language, especially in everyday conversations.
Common Misspellings
- Som
- Sume
- Sone