Luyện ngữ pháp - Destination B2 - ((Unit 7: Grammar - Articles / countable and uncountable nouns / quantifiers)


Quantifiers

Quantifier Use Example
many countable nouns, usually in negative statements and questions There aren't many programmes on TV that I find interesting.
much uncountable nouns, usually in negative statements and questions My dad never shows much interest in the news
a lot of/lots of countable and uncountable nouns in positive statements That film has won a lot of/lots of awards.
What a lot of luggage you've got!
a few countable nouns, means 'some' There have been a few scandals in the papers recently.
a little uncountable nouns, means 'some' They say that a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
few countable nouns, means 'not many' Richard has few interests outside work
little uncountable nouns, means 'not much' The police have little information about the robbery.

Watch out!
• The phrase 'only a few' means 'not many' The phrase 'only a little' means 'not much'
✓ There are only a few programmes on TV that I like watching.
✓ There's only a little sugar left, so get some when you go out.

Form - Countable and uncountable nouns Exercise - A


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