The word "some" is used as a determiner, pronoun, or adverb. It refers to an unspecified amount or number of something. It usually suggests that the quantity is more than one but less than all, and it can be used in both positive and negative contexts.
The word "some" originates from Old English "sum," which means "some, a certain amount." Its roots can also be traced to the Proto-Germanic word "*sumaz," which has similar meanings across various Germanic languages.