something
word
/ˈsəmθɪŋ/
SUM-thing
/sˈʌmθɪŋ/
SUM-thing
Definition
A word used to refer to an unspecified object, thing, or idea. It can mean a small amount or an indefinite thing that is not exactly known.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Often appears in phrases like 'something special', 'something to eat', or 'something else'. Do not confuse with 'anything', which can imply any choice or possibility.
Spanish: algo - alguna cosaPortuguese (BR): algo - alguma coisaPortuguese (PT): algo - alguma coisaChinese (Simplified): 某事 - 某物Chinese (Traditional): 某事 - 某物Hindi: कुछArabic: شيء ماBengali: কিছু - কোনো কিছুRussian: что-то - кое-чтоJapanese: 何かVietnamese: một cái gì đó - điều gì đóKorean: 무엇 - 뭔가Turkish: bir şeyUrdu: کچھIndonesian: sesuatu
Example Sentences
I want to buy something for my mother.
basic
There is something in the box.
basic
Let me check if there’s something you need.
natural
There’s something about this place that feels familiar.
natural
She said something important.
basic
I feel like eating something sweet tonight.
natural