Cool MateMeaning of That's not a lot
It means that the amount of something is small or insufficient.
In simple words: It means there isn't much of something.
That's not a lot in a sentence
- With only ten dollars left, I thought, 'That's not a lot.'
- When she saw the tiny cake, she said, 'That's not a lot for a party.'
- After checking my bank account, I realized, 'That's not a lot to live on.'
- He looked at the small trophy and shrugged, 'That's not a lot to show for years of effort.'
How to use That's not a lot
Used in everyday conversation to express that a quantity is small. Suitable in casual and formal contexts but may be considered abrupt in very formal settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine someone looking at a small pile of coins and saying this phrase with a shrug.
Related words
Collocations with That's not a lot
- That's not a lot of money
- That's not a lot of time
- That's not a lot to work with
Common mistakes with That's not a lot
- Used unnecessarily when discussing non-quantifiable items.
- Confused with 'That's quite a lot' which has the opposite meaning.
- Forgetting to emphasize the context when used sarcastically.
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Frequently asked questions about "That's not a lot"
What does "That's not a lot" mean?
It means there isn't much of something.
What is the definition of "That's not a lot"?
It means that the amount of something is small or insufficient.
How do you use "That's not a lot" in a sentence?
With only ten dollars left, I thought, 'That's not a lot.'
Can you give another example of "That's not a lot"?
When she saw the tiny cake, she said, 'That's not a lot for a party.'
What are synonyms for "That's not a lot"?
Common alternatives include not much, a small amount, few, not many, little.
What words go with "That's not a lot"?
It commonly pairs with That's not a lot of money, That's not a lot of time, That's not a lot to work with.
What are common mistakes when using "That's not a lot"?
Used unnecessarily when discussing non-quantifiable items. Confused with 'That's quite a lot' which has the opposite meaning. Forgetting to emphasize the context when used sarcastically.
How do you pronounce "That's not a lot"?
US: //ðæts nɑt ə lɑt//, UK: //ðæts nɒt ə lɒt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "That's not a lot"?
Used in everyday conversation to express that a quantity is small. Suitable in casual and formal contexts but may be considered abrupt in very formal settings.