Dictionary
English - Chinese
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.
任何事物, 任何东西, 任何情况/事件, 任何事情, 不管什么
Anything meanings in Chinese
任何事物
Example:
You can choose anything you like.
你可以选择任何你喜欢的事物。
Is there anything I can do to help?
有什么我可以做的来帮助你吗？
Usage: InformalContext: Used in everyday conversation to refer to an unspecified or unknown object or idea.
Note: This meaning emphasizes the lack of restriction or limitation.
任何东西
Example:
I don't want anything for my birthday.
我生日不想要任何东西。
You can eat anything from the fridge.
你可以从冰箱里吃任何东西。
Usage: InformalContext: Used in casual conversations when discussing preferences or options.
Note: Similar to '任何事物', but more commonly used in contexts related to objects.
任何情况/事件
Example:
If you need anything, just call me.
如果你需要任何情况，随时给我打电话。
I would do anything for my family.
我愿意为我的家人做任何事情。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Often used to express willingness or availability in various situations.
Note: This usage indicates a readiness to act or provide assistance.
任何事情
Example:
She doesn't care about anything anymore.
她对任何事情都不再在乎。
Is there anything wrong?
有什么事情不对吗？
Usage: InformalContext: Used to inquire about problems or express indifference.
Note: This meaning often conveys a sense of negativity or apathy.
不管什么
Example:
I'll support you, anything you decide.
我会支持你，无论你决定什么。
Anything can happen in life.
生活中不管什么事情都有可能发生。
Usage: InformalContext: Used to express unlimited possibilities or support.
Note: This expression signifies openness to all possibilities.
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.
只要你下定决心，任何事情都是可能的。
I'll do anything to make you happy.
我会做任何事情让你快乐。
She didn't say anything about the party.
她没有说关于派对的任何事情。
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.
...