Everyday Grammar - VOA Learning English How much Do You Know About Quantifiers? - October 03, 2024
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Oct 3, 2024 Clear explanations of quantifiers and why distinguishing count vs non-count nouns matters. Rules for one, each, every and number expressions for small counts. Guidance on safe quantifiers that work with both noun types and using no to show absence. Contrasts between few vs a few and a little vs little, plus tips about informal forms like lots and a lot of.
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Quantifiers Depend On Noun Type
- Quantifiers are adjectives or adjective phrases that show amount and go before nouns.
- Jill Robbins explains many goes with count nouns (apples) and much with non-count nouns (fruit), so noun type dictates quantifier choice.
Treat One Each Every As Singular Subjects
- Use one, each, and every before count nouns and treat them as singular subjects even with plural-looking complements.
- John Russell and Jill Robbins show examples like each of the cars has air conditioning and one of the students is smart.
Choose Quantifiers By Approximate Count
- For quantities around two use two, a couple, both, or a pair; for more than two use several, a few, many, or a number of.
- Examples: I have two shoes; I have a couple of shoes; I have several assignments due this week.