No. 950 in French
quelqu
The word "quelqu" is not complete; it is likely part of "quelque," which means "some" or "a few" in English.
In a sentence
Quelqu'un est à la porte.
Someone is at the door.
Here, 'quelqu'un' is used as an indefinite pronoun to refer to an undefined person.
Il cherche quelque chose en cuisine.
He is looking for something in the kitchen.
In this example, 'quelque chose' functions as an indefinite pronoun meaning 'something'.
Il y a quelques livres sur la table.
There are a few books on the table.
'Quelques' here acts as an indefinite adjective modifying 'livres,' indicating an unspecified small number.
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