Dictionary
English - German
Anything
ˈɛniˌθɪŋ
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
irgendetwas, alles, etwas
Anything meanings in German
irgendetwas
Example:
I can't find anything in this room.
Ich kann nichts in diesem Raum finden.
Do you have anything to eat?
Hast du etwas zu essen?
Usage: informalContext: General conversations
Note: Used to refer to an indefinite or unspecified thing.
alles
Example:
You can do anything you set your mind to.
Du kannst alles tun, worauf du dich konzentrierst.
Anything is possible if you believe.
Alles ist möglich, wenn du daran glaubst.
Usage: formalContext: Encouragement or positive affirmations
Note: Used to express unlimited possibilities or capabilities.
etwas
Example:
Is there anything I can help you with?
Gibt es etwas, womit ich dir helfen kann?
I need to buy something for the party.
Ich muss etwas für die Party kaufen.
Usage: formalContext: Offering help or making plans
Note: Used to refer to a specific but unspecified thing.
Anything's synonyms
something
Something refers to a thing that is unspecified or unknown.
Example: I need something to eat.
Note: Something implies a specific but unspecified thing, while anything is more general and can refer to any thing.
everything
Everything refers to all things or the entirety of something.
Example: She can eat everything on the menu.
Note: Everything implies the whole or complete set of things, while anything is more open-ended and refers to any single thing.
whatever
Whatever is used to refer to any thing or things without specifying what they are.
Example: You can choose whatever you like.
Note: Whatever is often used in a more casual or flexible context compared to anything.
nothing
Nothing refers to the absence of anything or the lack of things.
Example: There is nothing in the fridge.
Note: Nothing is the opposite of anything, indicating a total absence or lack of things.
Anything expressions, common phrases
anything goes
This phrase means that there are no rules or restrictions; everything is allowed or acceptable.
Example: In this party, anything goes, so feel free to dance however you like.
Note: The phrase 'anything goes' emphasizes a sense of freedom and lack of constraints compared to just the word 'anything.'
if anything
This phrase is used to suggest a contrary or unexpected result to what was previously stated.
Example: I don't think the situation will get worse, but if anything, it might improve.
Note: Using 'if anything' introduces a conditional element that modifies the meaning compared to just 'anything.'
can't do anything about it
This phrase conveys a sense of powerlessness or inability to change a situation.
Example: I wish I could help, but I can't do anything about it.
Note: The phrase emphasizes the lack of ability or control compared to the broader meaning of 'anything.'
not anything like
This phrase is used to emphasize a significant difference or contrast between two things.
Example: This cake is not anything like the one we had last week; it tastes completely different.
Note: Adding 'like' and 'not' before 'anything' creates a comparison that highlights the dissimilarity between the two objects.
anything but
This phrase is used to emphasize the opposite or contrary quality of something.
Example: The weather was anything but pleasant; it was cold and rainy all day.
Note: The addition of 'but' after 'anything' creates a strong contrast to convey the idea that the reality is far from what might be expected.
not know anything
This phrase indicates a lack of knowledge or information on a particular subject.
Example: I'm sorry, I don't know anything about that topic.
Note: The negation 'not' before 'know anything' specifies the absence of knowledge, highlighting a specific context.
if anything happens
This phrase is used to express readiness or preparedness for unexpected events.
Example: I'll be at home in case anything happens while you're out.
Note: The conditional 'if' before 'anything happens' indicates the anticipation of a potential event, emphasizing the need for readiness.
not be anything to write home about
This phrase means that something is not particularly remarkable or impressive.
Example: The movie was okay, but it wasn't anything to write home about.
Note: The idiom 'to write home about' adds a specific context of communication to convey the lack of noteworthy qualities in comparison to just 'anything.'
Anything everyday (slang) expressions
anyhoo
Casual way of saying 'anyhow' or 'anyway'. Used to return to the main topic or point of conversation.
Example: I'll see you later, anyhoo.
Note: Informal and playful variation of 'anyhow'.
anyhows
Informal plural form of 'anyhow'. Used to mean 'anyway' or 'regardless'.
Example: I have a few spare pencils, anyhows.
Note: Casual and colloquial variant of 'anyhow'.
anywho
Casual variant of 'anyhow' or 'anyway'. Used to transition to a different subject or continue speaking.
Example: I forgot my umbrella, but anywho, let's just enjoy the rain.
Note: Informal and conversational synonym for 'anyhow'.
anyways
Informal and colloquial way of saying 'anyway' or 'in any case'.
Example: I'll be running errands downtown, anyways.
Note: Casual version of 'anyway', commonly used in spoken language.
Anything - Examples
Anything is possible if you put your mind to it.
Alles ist möglich, wenn du dir Mühe gibst.
I'll do anything to make you happy.
Ich werde alles tun, um dich glücklich zu machen.
She didn't say anything about the party.
Sie hat nichts über die Party gesagt.
Anything grammar
Anything - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: anything
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
anything Contains 2 syllables: any • thing
Phonetic transcription: ˈe-nē-ˌthiŋ
any thing , ˈe nē ˌthiŋ (The red syllable is stressed)
Anything - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
anything: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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