some and any

some and any

1. some means a few / a little, we use it in positive clauses

   • I have bought some bread.
     • I have bought some apples.

2. any means none in negative clauses or a few / a little in questions

   • I haven't bought any bread.
     • Have you bought any bread?
   • Exceptions -> after...
     • never
       • without
         • hardly
           • there's hardly anyone here
         • she did her homework without any help
       • we never go anywhere

3. compounds words with some & any

   • something / anything
     • someone / anyone
       • somewhere / anywhere
   • some / any have to be use with a noun while compound words can stand on their own.
     • I have bought some bread.
       • I have bought something.