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Atm Posted 22 years ago
Grammar

Few vs. a few

Hi,

I am confused about the difference between "few" and "a few."

Which one is applicable where?

Thanks,
ATM
  

Top answer

g. This machine is hard to use. There are few suggestions about how to use it.

— Meg2589

  • g.
  • This machine is hard to use.
  • There are few suggestions about how to use it.
  • g.
  • This machine is easy to use.
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few = not enough
e.g. This machine is hard to use. There are few suggestions about how to use it.

a few = small number
e.g. This machine is easy to use. There are a few suggestions about how to use it.

Hope this helps.
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Meg2589,

A very distinction but it is clear now.
Thanks for your help.

ATM
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