anybody
Translation
anyone, no one (in negative sentences)
Examples
Is anybody home?
Is anybody home?
I didn't see anybody there.
I didn't see anybody there.
Anybody can learn to cook.
Anybody can learn to cook.
Grammar Patterns
Is anybody...? (in questions) Is anybody home?
not... anybody (in negative sentences) I didn't see anybody there.
Anybody can... (in positive sentences, 'it doesn't matter who') Anybody can learn to cook.
Similar Words
Synonyms: anyone; Antonyms: nobody, no one
Etymology
A combination of 'any' + 'body' (person).
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'any single person'. It's used just like 'any', but for people.