We use some and any before countable plural nouns or uncountable singular nouns.

  • He gave me some coins
  • He didn’t give me any coins.
  • He gave me some money.

Some

We use some in positive sentences.

  • We cooked some cookies

Any

We use any in negative sentences and questions.

  • She didn’t send me any messages.
  • Have you got any brothers or sisters?

But we use some in questions when we are asking for something, or we are offering something.

  • Can I have some tea(=I’m asking for some tea.)
  • Would you like some tea(=I’m offering you some tea.)



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