Qualche Flashcards
When do you use qualche to mean “some”
Used with singular, countable nouns to express a small or indefinite quantity. Noun must be singular. Emphasizes small quantity.
I have some interesting books.
I would like some ideas.
I would like some information.
Do you have photos of…(foto is invariable singular)
When do you use partative article to mean “some”
Used with plural countable or uncountable nouns to express an indefinite quality.
Plural countable means some of a larger set
Uncountable nouns mean a part of something larger.
The difference between “Ho qualche libro interessante” and “Ho dei libri interessanti”
“Ho qualche libro interessante” - Emphasizes a small number of books. Suggests limited quantity, though exact number is unspecified.
I have a few interesting books, but not many. Limited selection.
A bit more refined and formal.
“Ho dei libri interessanti”
Have some interesting books, but quantity is vague. Could be small or larger.
More neutral and conversational.
