"some"" and any" are used when the speaker cannot specify or does not need/want to specify a number or an exact amount. You use "some" in questions when you expect the answer will be 'yes' or when you are offering something, otherwise, you use "any": 'Would you like some coffee? "Some" is also used in questions when you are making a request: 'Can I borrow some money?' In general, any is used in negative sentences and questions: Have you seen any good films recently? You use "any" in positive sentences when we mean it doesn't matter which ..: Which dress should I buy? - Any one. It's up to you.