Confused Words: Anymore vs. Any More

Hello again, dear learners! In today’s lesson, we’re tackling two English terms that are easily mixed up: anymore and any more. While they sound similar, they’re used differently. Let’s dive in!

Anymore

Anymore /ˌɛniˈmɔːr/ is an adverb used to indicate that a situation has stopped or a state no longer exists.

Example: She doesn’t live here anymore. (In this example, “anymore” means she no longer lives here.)

Any more

Any more, as two separate words, refers to an additional quantity or degree of something.

Example: I don’t want any more cake. (In this example, “any more” means I don’t want an additional amount of cake.)

Usage

Understanding the distinction between anymore and any more is important for clear and accurate English communication.

Examples

Let’s explore some examples to better understand their use:

Anymore:

1. I don’t play tennis anymore. (I no longer play tennis.)
2. They don’t talk to us anymore. (They no longer talk to us.)
3. He doesn’t work here anymore. (He no longer works here.)
4. She doesn’t wear that dress anymore. (She no longer wears that dress.)
5. I can’t wait anymore. (I can’t wait any longer.)

Any more:

1. I can’t eat any more pizza; I’m full. (I can’t eat an additional amount of pizza; I’m full.)
2. Do you have any more questions? (Do you have additional questions?)
3. We don’t need any more chairs. (We don’t need an additional quantity of chairs.)
4. He doesn’t want any more responsibilities. (He doesn’t want an additional amount of responsibilities.)
5. I can’t take any more of this noise. (I can’t tolerate an additional amount of this noise.)

Conclusion

In summary, anymore refers to a situation that no longer exists, while any more pertains to an additional quantity or degree. Be mindful of these differences to avoid confusion and effectively convey your thoughts. Happy learning!