Meaning & Definition of word "Somewhere"

Somewhere

/ˈsʌmˌwɛər/

adverb:

  • 1. At, in, or to a place not specified or known.
    • Example: I think I left my keys somewhere in the house.
  • 2. To some place; at some unknown point.
    • Example: Let's go somewhere nice for dinner.
  • 3. In a place that is not specific.
    • Example: She must be somewhere around here.
  • 4. Used to indicate that an action or event is taking place at an unspecified location.
    • Example: He is somewhere in the city working on a project.

Etymology

Middle English: from some + where.

Common Phrases and Expressions

somewhere over the rainbow:

A place that is far away, often used in dreams or hopes.

somewhere between:

In an intermediate position or state.

Related Words

somewhere else:

In another location or place.

nowhere:

Not in or at any place.

Slang Meanings of somewhere

Meaning: Out there

Example Sentence: I'm just trying to get my life together somewhere out there.

Meaning: A place you don't care about

Example Sentence: I don’t care if it’s somewhere, just take me away!