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UK//ðeər ə ˈfjuː huː kən//US//ðɛr ɑr ˈfju hu kæn//

Meaning of There are few who can

Not many people can do a particular thing well.

In simple words: Not many people are able to do something.

There are few who can in a sentence

  • There are few who can play the piano as beautifully as she does.
  • In our team, there are few who can solve such complex problems.
  • There are few who can match his dedication to the sport.
  • There are few who can navigate the city as easily as locals do.
  • In history, there are few who have achieved such greatness.

How to use There are few who can

Used to highlight a rare ability or quality. It's often used in both spoken and written English to emphasize exclusivity.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a scarce treasure that only a few can find.

Related words

Collocations with There are few who can

  • few people
  • few options
  • few opportunities

Synonyms for There are few who can

Common mistakes with There are few who can

  • Confusing 'few' with 'a few', which changes the meaning.
  • Omitting 'who' leading to an incomplete phrase.
  • Using 'there are' in past tense incorrectly.

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Frequently asked questions about There are few who can

What does There are few who can mean?

Not many people are able to do something.

What is the definition of There are few who can?

Not many people can do a particular thing well.

How do you use There are few who can in a sentence?

There are few who can play the piano as beautifully as she does.

Can you give another example of There are few who can?

In our team, there are few who can solve such complex problems.

What are synonyms for There are few who can?

Common alternatives include not many, rarely, hardly any.

What words go with There are few who can?

It commonly pairs with few people, few options, few opportunities.

What are common mistakes when using There are few who can?

Confusing 'few' with 'a few', which changes the meaning. Omitting 'who' leading to an incomplete phrase. Using 'there are' in past tense incorrectly.

How do you pronounce There are few who can?

US: //ðɛr ɑr ˈfju hu kæn//, UK: //ðeər ə ˈfjuː huː kən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use There are few who can?

Used to highlight a rare ability or quality. It's often used in both spoken and written English to emphasize exclusivity.