some (EN)

determiner, pronoun, adverb

determiner “some”

1. a portion or number of at least two
   Sign up to see the translation of definitions and examples into any language.

   Some students in the class always ask insightful questions.
2. an unspecified quantity or number
   Would you like some apples?
3. an unspecified amount of something that cannot be counted
   Could you add some sugar to my coffee, please?
4. certain but not specifically known or named
   She's been receiving letters from some secret admirer.
5. a considerable quantity or number
   We've been waiting for some hours for the repairman to arrive.

pronoun “some”

1. a certain number, with at least two implied
   Some prefer to travel by train, while some like to drive.
2. an indefinite quantity, not specified
   I can't eat all these cookies; would you like some?
3. an indefinite part or portion
   I didn't eat the whole chocolate bar, I only had some.

adverb “some”

1. approximately or roughly in terms of measurement
   The journey took some 30 minutes by car.
2. to a certain extent or duration
   We need to rest some before we continue hiking.