A1pronoun 1K

Nobody

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈnəʊbədi/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈnəʊbədi/"]/

Meaning of Nobody

not anyone; no person

In simple words: no person; not anyone

Nobody in a sentence

• Nobody knew what to say.

How to use Nobody

Use 'nobody' when you're talking about a lack of people. It's neutral and can be used in most contexts, but avoid it in very formal writing or speeches.

Grammar pattern

nobody + verb

Memory hint

Think of 'no body' — imagine a ghost who has no body.

Related words

Collocations with Nobody

• nobody knows
• nobody cares
• nobody's perfect

Synonyms for Nobody

• no one
• not anyone
• none

Opposites of Nobody

• somebody
• someone

Common mistakes with Nobody

• Confused with 'no one' — they are similar but not interchangeable in all contexts.
• Using 'nobody' in the plural form, which is incorrect.

Frequently asked questions about Nobody

What does Nobody mean?

no person; not anyone

What is the definition of Nobody?

not anyone; no person

How do you use Nobody in a sentence?

Nobody knew what to say.

What are synonyms for Nobody?

Common alternatives include no one, not anyone, none.

What is the opposite of Nobody?

Opposite meanings include somebody, someone.

What words go with Nobody?

It commonly pairs with nobody knows, nobody cares, nobody's perfect.

What are common mistakes when using Nobody?

Confused with 'no one' — they are similar but not interchangeable in all contexts. Using 'nobody' in the plural form, which is incorrect.

How do you pronounce Nobody?

US: /["/ˈnəʊbədi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈnəʊbədi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Nobody?

Use 'nobody' when you're talking about a lack of people. It's neutral and can be used in most contexts, but avoid it in very formal writing or speeches.

What CEFR level is Nobody?

"Nobody" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.