vs 

QUICK ANSWER
"Algo" is a pronoun which is often translated as "something", and "nunca" is an adverb which is often translated as "never". Learn more about the difference between "algo" and "nunca" below.
algo(
ahl
-
goh
)
A pronoun is a word that stands in for a noun (e.g., she).
pronoun
a. something
Dame algo de comer.Give me something to eat.
b. anything (in questions)
¿Tienes algo que decirme?Do you have anything to say to me?
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. a little
¿Puedo tomar algo más?Can I have a little more?
Copyright © 2025 Dictionary Media Group, Inc.
nunca(
noong
-
kah
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. never
Nunca he ido a París.I've never been to Paris.
b. ever (after "not")
Nunca llegas a tiempo.You don't ever arrive on time.
¿Vives en México y nunca has comido tacos?You live in Mexico and you haven't ever eaten tacos?
Copyright © 2025 Dictionary Media Group, Inc.