Definition and meaning of English word "anybody"
anybody
/ˈænɪbɪ/
Meaning
NounAny one out of an indefinite number of persons; anyone; any person.
How to use
The term 'anybody' is used to refer to any person or people in a general sense. It is often used in questions and negative sentences. A common mistake is to use 'anybody' with a singular verb in affirmative sentences, which is generally informal.
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anybody
Example
Anybody can join the club.
I don't know anybody in the city.
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Common phrases
- does anybody know— does anybody know
- can anybody help— can anybody help
- anybody else— anybody else
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Frequency rank: #706 in English
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The English word "anybody" means "anybody" in English.
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