any
Translation
any
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 color you like.
You can choose any colour you like.
Grammar Patterns
any + ((singular countable noun)) used to mean 'it does not matter which' Take any book you want.
any + ((plural noun)) used in questions and negative statements Do you have any pets?
any + ((uncountable noun)) used in questions and negative statements I don't need any help.
Similar Words
Synonyms: some, every, whichever; Antonyms: no, none
Etymology
From Old English *ǣniġ*, from *ān* meaning 'one'. So, 'any' is related to 'one'.
Memory Tips
Commonly used in questions and negative sentences. Think of it as 'one or more, it doesn't matter which'.