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Quantity

🇬🇧 UK //ˈkwɒntɪti// 🇺🇸 US //ˈkwɑːntɪti//

Meaning of Quantity

The amount or number of something.

In simple words: How much of something there is.

Quantity in a sentence

• I bought a large quantity of apples.
• The recipe called for a small quantity of sugar.
• He gave me a quantity of information about the project.
• There was a limited quantity of tickets available.
• Please specify the quantity you would like to order.

How to use Quantity

Used in contexts relating to amounts, measurements, or counts. Common in both spoken and written English.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'quantity' as 'count-ity' to remember it relates to counting.

Related words

Collocations with Quantity

• large quantity
• small quantity
• limited quantity
• significant quantity
• exact quantity

Synonyms for Quantity

• amount
• number
• volume
• total
• sum

Opposites of Quantity

• quality

Common mistakes with Quantity

• Confusing 'quantity' with 'quality'.
• Using 'quantity' where 'amount' is more appropriate (e.g., uncountable situations).

Frequently asked questions about Quantity

What does Quantity mean?

How much of something there is.

What is the definition of Quantity?

The amount or number of something.

How do you use Quantity in a sentence?

I bought a large quantity of apples.

Can you give another example of Quantity?

The recipe called for a small quantity of sugar.

What are synonyms for Quantity?

Common alternatives include amount, number, volume, total, sum.

What is the opposite of Quantity?

Opposite meanings include quality.

What words go with Quantity?

It commonly pairs with large quantity, small quantity, limited quantity, significant quantity, exact quantity.

What are common mistakes when using Quantity?

Confusing 'quantity' with 'quality'. Using 'quantity' where 'amount' is more appropriate (e.g., uncountable situations).

How do you pronounce Quantity?

US: //ˈkwɑːntɪti//, UK: //ˈkwɒntɪti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Quantity?

Used in contexts relating to amounts, measurements, or counts. Common in both spoken and written English.

What CEFR level is Quantity?

"Quantity" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.