- a few, few, a little, little
- countable nouns, uncountable nouns
- What is the difference between a few and few?
- What is the difference between a little and little?
Structure | Examples |
a few
| There are a few bananas in the basket. I have a few friends in Madrid. She needs a few tomatoes to make salad. I would like to ask a few questions. There are a few people waiting at the bus stop. He has got a few books in his bag. I need a few hours of sleep. |
few
| There're few bananas in the basket. They aren't enough :(( There aren't many bananas in the basket. There are few people in the conference, so it can be cancelled. There are hardly any people in the conference. I have few opportunities to practise my English :(( I haven't many opportunities to practise my English. I have hardly any opportunities to practise my English. |
a little
| There is a little water in the bottle. She needs a little salt. I eat a little cheese every day. There is a little milk in the carton. They want a little information. He needs a little time to finish the race. I have a little money in my wallet. There is a little juice in the bottle. |
little
| There is little water in the bottle. It's not enough :(( There is hardly any water in the bottle. There isn't much water in the bottle. I have little money in my wallet. How can I take the tickets? :(( I have hardly any money in my wallet. I haven't much money in my wallet. He hasn't much hope of winning the race. |
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