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English Adjectives - a few, a little, a lot


a few, a little, a lot




When it comes to describing quantities in English, there are a handful of adjectives that are commonly used. These include much, many, a few, a little, and a lot of. Each of these words has a slightly different connotation and usage, which can make them tricky to master for non-native speakers. Understanding how and when to use these adjectives correctly is important for effective communication in English, both in spoken and written contexts. 

In this article, we will explore each of these adjectives and provide examples to help you use them more confidently in your own language learning journey.


When to use 

Use a lot for uncountable nouns (time) to indicate a large number. Don't forget that "a lot" is followed by the word "of"

  • I don't have a lot of money


Use a little for uncountable nouns to indicate a small number. 

  • I have a little money

Use a few for countable nouns (a bottle of water, students)
  • My mum likes a few songs by Elvis


Exercises
  1. I eat .......... cereals every night
  2. I want to eat ....... cake instead of chocolate
  3. I spent ...... money at the hair dresser
  4. My son requires ....... attention
  5. It must be mixed with ...... sugar
  6. Jamie has ...... tickets for tonight's concert
  7. We saw ..... horses and cows during the trip


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