Hi guys, There is a question in my English book: "How many pens do you have?" I am wondering if there is a difference in the 2 following answers: " I have only one." "I only have one." Thanks so much in advance.
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Hi, and welcome. In careful writing, put the "only" right next to "one. I have only one.
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Hi, and welcome.
In careful writing, put the "only" right next to "one.
I have only one.
in common speech, you'll hear the "only" in both places.
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