somebody
Translation
somebody, someone, an important person
Examples
Somebody is at the door.
Somebody is at the door.
He wants to be a somebody.
He wants to be a somebody.
Grammar Patterns
((somebody)) + verb Somebody left their umbrella.
verb + ((somebody)) I need to tell somebody the news.
Similar Words
Synonyms: someone; Antonyms: nobody, no one
Etymology
From 'some' and 'body', literally meaning 'some person'.
Memory Tips
Used to refer to an unspecified person. Imagine an unknown figure behind a door.