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Many

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmeni/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmeni/"]/

Meaning of Many

used with plural nouns and verbs, especially in negative sentences or in more formal English, to mean ‘a large number of’. Also used in questions to ask about the size of a number, and with ‘as’, ‘so’ and ‘too’.

In simple words: a lot of something

Many in a sentence

• There are many trees in the park.
• Many people attended the concert last night.
• I have many books on my shelf.
• There are many options to choose from.
• Many students are excited about the summer break.

How to use Many

Use 'many' for plural countable nouns. It's more common in questions and negatives. Avoid using it with uncountable nouns.

Grammar pattern

many + countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'many' as a friendly crowd — imagine lots of people gathered together.

Related words

Collocations with Many

• many people
• many options
• many times
• many ideas
• many choices

Synonyms for Many

• numerous
• countless
• several
• a lot of
• a great deal of

Opposites of Many

• few
• less

Common mistakes with Many

• Using 'many' with uncountable nouns (e.g. 'many water')
• Confusing 'many' with 'much' (e.g. using 'many' in questions about uncountable nouns)
• Incorrectly placing 'many' at the beginning of sentences

Frequently asked questions about Many

What does Many mean?

a lot of something

What is the definition of Many?

used with plural nouns and verbs, especially in negative sentences or in more formal English, to mean ‘a large number of’. Also used in questions to ask about the size of a number, and with ‘as’, ‘so’ and ‘too’.

How do you use Many in a sentence?

There are many trees in the park.

Can you give another example of Many?

Many people attended the concert last night.

What are synonyms for Many?

Common alternatives include numerous, countless, several, a lot of, a great deal of.

What is the opposite of Many?

Opposite meanings include few, less.

What words go with Many?

It commonly pairs with many people, many options, many times, many ideas, many choices.

What are common mistakes when using Many?

Using 'many' with uncountable nouns (e.g. 'many water') Confusing 'many' with 'much' (e.g. using 'many' in questions about uncountable nouns) Incorrectly placing 'many' at the beginning of sentences

How do you pronounce Many?

US: /["/ˈmeni/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmeni/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Many?

Use 'many' for plural countable nouns. It's more common in questions and negatives. Avoid using it with uncountable nouns.

What CEFR level is Many?

"Many" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.