“Some where” or “somewhere”: which is correct?
somewhere
The short answer
The correct form is somewhere as it is a compound word meaning “in some place or location.”
Why people get it wrong
People may mistakenly think somewhere is two separate words because some and where are both valid words on their own. Additionally, English has many phrases starting with some that are two words, such as some time or “some place.”
What kind of mistake it is
Spacing and compound word error
Examples with somewhere
- I left my keys somewhere.
- She wants to travel somewhere new.
- The treasure is hidden somewhere in these mountains.
Quick check
I left my keys .
The correct form is somewhere as it is a compound word meaning “in some place or location.”
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