Dictionary
English - Italian
Some
səm
Extremely common
0 - 100
0 - 100
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.
alcuni, qualche, un po' di
Some meanings in Italian
alcuni
Example:
Some people like coffee, others prefer tea.
Alcune persone amano il caffè, altre preferiscono il tè.
I need some help with this project.
Ho bisogno di alcuni aiuti con questo progetto.
Usage: formalContext: Used to refer to an unspecified quantity or number of something.
Note: The meaning can vary based on context and the noun it refers to.
qualche
Example:
Could you give me some advice on how to study better?
Potresti darmi qualche consiglio su come studiare meglio?
I have some free time this afternoon.
Ho qualche ora libera questo pomeriggio.
Usage: informalContext: Used to refer to an unspecified but limited quantity or number of something.
Note: Often used in everyday conversations to indicate a small amount or selection.
un po' di
Example:
I'd like some sugar in my coffee, please.
Vorrei un po' di zucchero nel mio caffè, per favore.
Can you bring me some water from the kitchen?
Puoi portarmi un po' d'acqua dalla cucina?
Usage: formalContext: Used to ask for or indicate a small quantity of something.
Note: Typically used when specifying the amount or portion of something desired.
Some's synonyms
Several
Several indicates a number more than a few but not many.
Example: Several students missed the bus.
Note: Some is more general and can refer to an unspecified amount, while several implies a specific but small number.
A few
A few suggests a small number, typically more than two but not many.
Example: I have a few friends coming over tonight.
Note: Some is more vague and can refer to any amount, while a few implies a small, specific number.
A handful of
A handful of means a small, easily countable number.
Example: I only have a handful of books left to read.
Note: Some is more general and does not imply a specific count, whereas a handful of suggests a small, easily manageable number.
A couple of
A couple of refers to a small, indefinite number, usually around two.
Example: I need a couple of minutes to finish this task.
Note: Some is more non-specific and can refer to any amount, while a couple of implies a small, specific number.
Some expressions, common phrases
Somehow
Somehow means in a way that is not known or specified, or by some means despite uncertainty or difficulty.
Example: She managed to finish the project somehow, even though she was sick.
Note: Somehow is used to indicate an unspecified or unknown way, different from the general meaning of 'some.'
Somebody
Somebody refers to an unspecified person, a person of importance, or someone unknown.
Example: Somebody left their keys on the table. I wonder who it could be.
Note: Somebody is used to refer to a specific person in an unspecified manner, different from the general meaning of 'some.'
Somehow or other
Somehow or other means in some way that may not be clear or certain, by any means necessary.
Example: We need to get this done, somehow or other.
Note: Somehow or other emphasizes a more determined or urgent tone compared to just using 'somehow.'
Something else
Something else refers to a different thing or a completely unexpected topic or situation.
Example: I thought she was going to talk about work, but she said something else entirely.
Note: Something else emphasizes a clear distinction or unexpected nature, different from the general meaning of 'some.'
Something like
Something like suggests a similarity or approximation to the thing mentioned.
Example: Can you bring me something like a sandwich for lunch?
Note: Something like implies an example or comparison, different from the general meaning of 'some.'
Some other time
Some other time means at a different, more convenient, or unspecified time in the future.
Example: I'm busy right now, but let's catch up some other time.
Note: Some other time implies a future occurrence or arrangement, different from the general meaning of 'some.'
Some of these days
Some of these days means at a certain unspecified time in the future.
Example: Some of these days, I'll take a vacation and relax.
Note: Some of these days implies a future event or period, different from the general meaning of 'some.'
Some everyday (slang) expressions
Something
An unspecified or indeterminate thing.
Example: I want to buy something nice for my mom's birthday.
Note: General and nonspecific compared to a specific item or object.
Somewhat
To a moderate extent or by a small amount.
Example: I am somewhat tired after the long day at work.
Note: Indicates a partial or limited degree compared to a complete one.
Some - Examples
I have some apples.
Ho delle mele.
Can you give me some water?
Puoi darmi dell'acqua?
She bought some new clothes.
Ha comprato dei vestiti nuovi.
We need to buy some milk.
Dobbiamo comprare del latte.
Some grammar
Some - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Determiner (Determiner)
Lemma: some
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Some Contains 1 syllables: some
Phonetic transcription: ˈsəm
some , ˈsəm (The red syllable is stressed)
Some - 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.
Some: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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