Understanding the Usage of "A Lot of" and "Lots of" for Quantity
Positive Sentences: A Lot of/Lots of for Both Countable and Uncountable Nouns
When we want to convey a large quantity of something in affirmative sentences, we can use either "a lot of" or "lots of" with both countable and uncountable nouns. Examples:
- There was a lot of rain last week.
- He eats a lot of apples.
- I drink lots of milk.
Negative Sentences: A Lot of/Lots of for Plural Countable Nouns Only
In negative sentences, "a lot of" and "lots of" can only be used with plural countable nouns. Examples:
- There weren't a lot of cars on the road.
- He doesn't eat lots of sweets.
Questions: A Lot of/Lots of for Both Countable and Uncountable Nouns
In questions, "a lot of" and "lots of" can be used with both countable and uncountable nouns. Examples:
- Was there a lot of traffic yesterday?
- Do you drink lots of tea?
Emphasizing Large Quantity: Lots of vs. A Lot of
While both "a lot of" and "lots of" convey a significant quantity, "lots of" can emphasize an even greater amount. Examples:
- There were lots of people at the concert.
- I have a lot of work to do, but it's not as much as her lots of work.
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