Some body” and “somebody” are easy to confuse due to their similar appearance, but they have distinct meanings. “Some body” refers to a particular person or thing, while “somebody” is used to refer to any person in general.

Some body

Definition:

Some body” refers to any single person or object, emphasizing that it is one specific individual or thing, although the identity may not be clear or known.

Examples:

She met with some body in administration about her concern.

He saw some body moving in the shadows late at night.

There is some body waiting for you at the entrance.

Somebody

Definition:

Somebody” refers to any person, generally used when the identity of the person is not important or is unknown.

Examples:

Somebody can talk to the administration about the problem.

If somebody calls, please take a message for me.

Somebody should inform the teacher about the upcoming event.


Some body” focuses on a specific but unidentified person or thing, whereas “somebody” refers more broadly to any person. The correct usage depends on whether you are emphasizing a particular individual or speaking generally about an unknown person.

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