Anyone Meaning in English
word
/ˈɛniˌwən/, /ˈɛniwən/
EN-ee-wuhn
/ˈɛnɪwˌɒn/
EN-ih-won
Definition
Refers to any person, without specifying which one, often used in questions and negative sentences.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in questions (e.g., 'Is anyone home?') and negatives ('I don't know anyone here'). Avoid confusing with 'someone' which refers to a specific but unknown person. Informally, 'anyone' can suggest openness or inclusiveness.
Spanish: alguien - cualquieraPortuguese (BR): alguém - qualquer pessoaPortuguese (PT): alguém - qualquer pessoaChinese (Simplified): 任何人Chinese (Traditional): 任何人Hindi: कोई भीArabic: أي شخصBengali: কেউRussian: кто-нибудь - кто-либоJapanese: 誰かVietnamese: ai - bất kỳ aiKorean: 아무나Turkish: herhangi biri - kimseUrdu: کوئیIndonesian: siapa saja - siapa pun
Example Sentences
Is anyone at home?
basic
I don't know anyone here.
basic
Did anyone call me?
basic
Does anyone want to join us for lunch?
natural
If anyone calls, tell them I'm busy.
natural
I don't think anyone could have done it better.
natural