any
Translation
some, every, no (in negative sentences)
Examples
Do you have any questions?
Do you have any questions?
I don't have any money.
I don't have any money.
You can choose any book you like.
You can choose any book you like.
Grammar Patterns
any ((noun)) (in questions) Do you have any questions?
not any ((noun)) (in negative sentences) I don't have any money.
any ((noun)) (in positive sentences, 'it doesn't matter which') You can choose any book you like.
Similar Words
Synonyms: some (in questions), every (in positive sentences); Antonyms: no, none
Etymology
From Old English 'ǣnig', which comes from 'ān' (one).
Memory Tips
'Any' is very flexible. Use it for questions ('any milk?'), negatives ('not any milk'), and choices ('any milk will do').