説明中心

any

[ˈɛni]

any Definition

  • 1used to refer to one or some of a thing or number of things, no matter how much or many
  • 2used to indicate a choice or possibility
  • 3used to emphasize a comparative

Using any: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "any" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Do you have any money?

  • Example

    Any child would love that toy.

  • Example

    I'll take any color except for green.

  • Example

    You can choose any book from the library.

  • Example

    I don't have any plans for the weekend.

  • Example

    He can play any instrument he picks up.

  • Example

    She's not any taller than her sister.

any Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for any

Antonyms for any

Phrases with any

  • very soon

    Example

    The baby is due any day now.

  • very soon

    Example

    The bus should be here any minute now.

  • whenever

    Example

    You can call me any time you need help.

Origins of any

from Old English 'ǣnig'

📌

Summary: any in Brief

The word 'any' [ˈɛni] is a versatile term used to refer to one or some of a thing or number of things, no matter how much or many. It can also indicate a choice or possibility, as in 'You can choose any book from the library.' 'Any' is often used in phrases like 'any day now,' which means very soon, and 'any time,' which means whenever. 'Any' has no antonyms, but it can be used comparatively, as in 'She's not any taller than her sister.'

How do native speakers use this expression?