Quantifiers are special words or phrases in English that describe the quantity, or how much of something there is. The following quantifiers are common in English:
- some / any
- much / many
- each / every
- more / most
- a little / little
- a few / few
- both / either / neither
- fewer / less
- several
- all / no
- enough
Of course, the rules of quantifiers depend on what kind of noun they are used with. Which quantifier you use depends on whether or not you can count the noun.
With Count Nouns Only
- (not) many people
- a few parties
- too few chairs
- fewer drinks
- several tables
With Uncount Nouns Only
- (not) much fun
- a little time
- very little experience
- less
With Both Count and Uncount Nouns
- some money
- some people
- (not) any juice
- (not) any glasses
- more / most water
- more / most cigarettes
- all / no information
- all / no stores
- enough food
- enough forks
With Singular Count Nouns Only
- each person
- every time
- either choice
- neither place
With Plural Count Nouns Only
- both students
Most quantifiers can be used without a noun.
- Did you see any animals on your trip?
- Actually, we didn't see any.
- Have you got any spare change?
- Sure, but I only have a little.
- How many people came to the party?
- Only a few.
- Did John or Jane call you last night?
- Both called me.
Review - Quantifiers (Part 1)
Review - Quantifiers (Part 1)
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