| 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. |
