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Anybody home

🇬🇧 UK //ˈɛniˌbɒdi həʊm// 🇺🇸 US //ˈɛniˌbɑdi hoʊm//

Meaning of Anybody home

A greeting used to ask if someone is at home.

In simple words: Is anyone in the house?

Anybody home in a sentence

• As I walked up to the door, I shouted, 'Anybody home?'
• She knocked gently and called, 'Anybody home?'
• When he entered the house, he yelled, 'Anybody home?'
• Feeling a bit shy, he knocked and asked, 'Is anybody home?'
• Before entering, she called out, 'Hello, is anybody home?'

How to use Anybody home

Used informally when entering a house or calling out to check if someone is there. Not typically used in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of a friendly ghost asking, 'Is anybody home?'

Related words

Collocations with Anybody home

• call out
• stand at the door
• knock on the door

Synonyms for Anybody home

• Is anyone there?
• Hello?
• Is anyone present?
• Anyone around?
• Can anyone hear me?

Common mistakes with Anybody home

• Using 'anybody' in very formal situations, which may sound awkward.
• Saying 'Is anybody at home?' instead, which is correct but less common.
• Not using the phrase when expecting someone to answer, which makes it less effective.

Frequently asked questions about Anybody home

What does Anybody home mean?

Is anyone in the house?

What is the definition of Anybody home?

A greeting used to ask if someone is at home.

How do you use Anybody home in a sentence?

As I walked up to the door, I shouted, 'Anybody home?'

Can you give another example of Anybody home?

She knocked gently and called, 'Anybody home?'

What are synonyms for Anybody home?

Common alternatives include Is anyone there?, Hello?, Is anyone present?, Anyone around?, Can anyone hear me?.

What words go with Anybody home?

It commonly pairs with call out, stand at the door, knock on the door.

What are common mistakes when using Anybody home?

Using 'anybody' in very formal situations, which may sound awkward. Saying 'Is anybody at home?' instead, which is correct but less common. Not using the phrase when expecting someone to answer, which makes it less effective.

How do you pronounce Anybody home?

US: //ˈɛniˌbɑdi hoʊm//, UK: //ˈɛniˌbɒdi həʊm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Anybody home formal or informal?

"Anybody home" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Anybody home?

Used informally when entering a house or calling out to check if someone is there. Not typically used in formal settings.