Definition and meaning of English word "any"
any
/ˈeɪni/
Meaning
determinerOne at all; at least one; at least one kind of; some; a positive quantity of.
How to use
The determiner 'any' is used to indicate a lack of specificity. A common mistake is using 'any' in affirmative sentences, where 'some' is often more suitable. For example, 'I have some friends coming over' rather than 'I have any friends coming over'.
🇬🇧 English
any
Example
Do you have any money?
I have any questions about the project.
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- any time— Any time
- in any case— In any case
- any more— Any more
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What does the English word "any" mean?▼
The English word "any" means "any" in English.
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