some
somedeterminer
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AMOUNT
A1an amount or number of something that is not stated exactly
- I bought some apples.
- Would you like some coffee?
NOT ALL
A2part of a group or an amount, but not all of it
- Some people like spicy food, but others don't.
- Some of the questions were very difficult.
UNKNOWN
B1used to talk about a person or thing when you do not know which one
- Some man called you this morning.
- She works for some company in the city.
LARGE AMOUNT
B1a fairly large amount or number
- It took some time to find the answer.
- I've known her for some years now.
somepronoun
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A2an amount or number of something, but not all of it
- I've made coffee. Do you want some?
- Some of my friends live abroad.