7 min
120. The Difference Between "Few", "Fewer", and "Less" My English Matters
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You've probably heard the general rule that "fewer" is used for countable nouns, like "fewer apples," or “fewer problems,” while "less" is used for uncountable nouns, like "less water,” or “less trouble.”
Seems straightforward, doesn't it? However, there are exceptions to that rule!
In this episode of the My English Matters podcast, we’re going to discuss a topic that often leaves many us feeling puzzled: the distinction between “few”, ”fewer" and "less."
Do you want to learn to speak English with confidence? Go to https://myenglishmatters.com and sign up to join our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We’ll send you seven tips to your email address!
You've probably heard the general rule that "fewer" is used for countable nouns, like "fewer apples," or “fewer problems,” while "less" is used for uncountable nouns, like "less water,” or “less trouble.”
Seems straightforward, doesn't it? However, there are exceptions to that rule!
In this episode of the My English Matters podcast, we’re going to discuss a topic that often leaves many us feeling puzzled: the distinction between “few”, ”fewer" and "less."
Do you want to learn to speak English with confidence? Go to https://myenglishmatters.com and sign up to join our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We’ll send you seven tips to your email address!
7 min