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Some and any
Some
Used to show an indefinite quantity (the exact number is not important) and in affirmative statements.
Example:
I have some books.
She wants some apples.
Used in questions, but only when you think the answer will be 'Yes'.
Example:
Do you have some paper? (I hope the answer will be 'Yes')
Would you like some french fries? ( I expect the answer will be 'Yes')
Any
Used in negative statements.
Example:
I don't have any money.
I'm here without any money.
There aren't any taxis near here.
Used in questions, especially when we expect the answer will be 'No'.
Example:
Do you have any paper? (I expect the answer will probably be 'No')
Is there any time to go to the doctor's? ( I think there probably isn't time).
Notice
Some and any are often used like articles for plural nouns.
- A/an is used for singular countable nouns, and some/any can be used for plural noun, countable or uncountable.
Example:
I have a newspaper, some newspapers, and some money.
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