Somebody

Definition

The term "somebody" refers to an unspecified or unknown person, or someone who is important or notable.

Parts of Speech

• Pronoun
• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsʌmˌbɑːdi/, /ˈsʌmˌbʌdi/
• Respelling: SUM-bah-dee, SUM-buh-dee

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsʌmˌbɒdi/
• Respelling: SUM-bod-ee

Etymology

The word "somebody" originates from Middle English "sum body," a combination of "some" and "body," referring to an unspecified person. It has been in use since the 14th century.

Derivatives

• Somebodies (noun, plural)
• Somebody's (possessive form)
• Somebody else (phrase)
• Somebody special (phrase)
• Somebody important (phrase)

Synonyms

• Someone
• Anybody
• Individual

Antonyms

• Nobody
• No one
• None

Usage

The term "somebody" is used to refer to an unspecified person or an important individual. For example, "Can somebody help me?" (pronoun) or "He is somebody in the field of medicine" (noun).

Related Terms

• Anyone: Any person, often interchangeable with "somebody."
• Everyone: All people collectively.
• No one: Refers to the absence of a person.

Detailed Definitions

Pronoun

• An unspecified person: Refers to an unknown or unnamed individual.
  • Example: "Can somebody get the door, please?"

Noun

• An important or notable person: Refers to someone of significance or influence.
  • Example: "He always wanted to be somebody famous."