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Much Vs. Many
Much and many have similar meanings, but different uses.
Much should be used when you're talking about a large amount, so many that you cannot count them or an unknown. It is most often found in negative phrases or questions, or questions concerning the cost of something.
- Do you get to the beach much?
- I don’t have much time.
- There is too much traffic for me to wait.
- I wish you much luck in the competition.
- How much does the car cost?
- How much time can you spare today?
Many is also used when you’re talking about a quantity of something, but usually a small enough amount that you’re able to count them. You’ll find many mostly in questions and positive phrases.
- Our family plays many different board games.
- There are too many choices of ice cream.
- How many candies may I have?
- Many cats were adopted this spring.