Some people Meaning in English
expression
ˈsəm/ /ˈpipəɫ
SUM PEE-puhl
sˈʌm/ /pˈiːpəl
SUM PEE-puhl
Definition
Refers to an unspecified group of people, often used to talk generally or to avoid naming individuals.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both neutral and mildly critical contexts; can imply general trends or avoid singling out. Sometimes used to make statements less direct or to introduce opinions gently. Not usually used for very formal writing.
Spanish: algunas personasPortuguese (BR): algumas pessoasPortuguese (PT): algumas pessoasChinese (Simplified): 有些人Chinese (Traditional): 有些人Hindi: कुछ लोगArabic: بعض الناسBengali: কিছু মানুষ - কিছু লোকRussian: некоторые людиJapanese: 一部の人 - ある人たちVietnamese: một số ngườiKorean: 일부 사람들 - 어떤 사람들Turkish: bazı insanlarUrdu: کچھ لوگIndonesian: beberapa orang
Example Sentences
Some people like to travel during the summer.
basic
Some people do not eat meat.
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Some people are afraid of heights.
basic
I don't get why some people leave trash everywhere.
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Did you notice how some people just never say thank you?
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Some people think pineapple on pizza is the best thing ever—can you believe it?
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