Somewhere: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this word when referring to an unspecified or unknown place.

• He must be somewhere in the building.
• Let's meet somewhere in town.

This word is used in questions or negative sentences to refer to any place; it emphasizes the idea that the place is not specific.

• Is there anywhere we can sit?
• I can't find my keys anywhere.

Often used in informal or colloquial speech, particularly in certain dialects or regional slang. It is not commonly accepted in standard English.

• I left my hat somewheres around here.

Repeat of the first 'somewhere' entry.

• She must be hiding somewhere in the house.
• I left my keys somewhere, but I can't remember where.

An informal way to refer to an unspecified or unknown location, often used in casual conversation.

• Let's go someplace quiet to talk.
• I know I've seen that face someplace before.

Used to refer to any place, without restrictions. Often used in negative statements to mean 'no place' or in questions implying a wide range of locations.

• You can park your car anywhere in the lot.
• I can't find my phone anywhere.