Cool MateMeaning of Not much
A phrase used to indicate a small amount or a lack of something.
In simple words: Not a lot; a small amount.
Not much in a sentence
- There is not much left in the fridge.
- I don't have much time today; just not much at all.
- Not much happened during the meeting, it was quite dull.
- She said there was not much interest in the project.
- There’s not much to see here; it’s pretty empty.
- Not much has changed since the last time we spoke.
How to use Not much
Used informally to indicate a lack of quantity or significance. Common in casual conversations but might not be suitable for formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine a tiny pebble – that's 'not much'!
Related words
Collocations with Not much
- not much time
- not much to do
- not much money
- not much left
- not much interest
Synonyms for Not much
- a little
- few
- not a lot
- scarcely
- hardly any
Common mistakes with Not much
- Using 'not much' in formal writing.
- Confusing it with 'not many' which refers to countable nouns.
- Using as a standalone answer without context.
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Frequently asked questions about "Not much"
What does "Not much" mean?
Not a lot; a small amount.
What is the definition of "Not much"?
A phrase used to indicate a small amount or a lack of something.
How do you use "Not much" in a sentence?
There is not much left in the fridge.
Can you give another example of "Not much"?
I don't have much time today; just not much at all.
What are synonyms for "Not much"?
Common alternatives include a little, few, not a lot, scarcely, hardly any.
What words go with "Not much"?
It commonly pairs with not much time, not much to do, not much money, not much left, not much interest.
What are common mistakes when using "Not much"?
Using 'not much' in formal writing. Confusing it with 'not many' which refers to countable nouns. Using as a standalone answer without context.
How do you pronounce "Not much"?
US: //nɑt mʌtʃ//, UK: //nɒt mʌtʃ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Not much"?
Used informally to indicate a lack of quantity or significance. Common in casual conversations but might not be suitable for formal contexts.