Plural of Experience

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0 But could you say "He has experiences in many areas", or would you still use the singular term of "experience"? 0-

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00Here, I'd use it as an uncountable noun, 'experience'.02br
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0 Ok thanks Clive. But would you say it would be wrong to use "experiences" in this context? 0-

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10 No, you should not use the plural in that sentence. 0-

Dear Clive,

I happen to have the same question and would like to ask you to elaborate the part where you said,

"it can be used as countable or uncountable, depending on the context".

What would be the case where uncountable "experience" would be used and what would be the case where countable "experience" would be used?

In addition, which would be used in case

Hi Anon

I'd say the uncountable form would probably be best there since you are speaking very generally (collectively):

- As customers have had positive experience with our products and services...
- Customer experience with our products and services has been very positive.

Generally speaking, you can use the countable form of the word "experience" when you are th

Hello Yankee,

Thank you for your assistance!

Your response was very clear and helpful.

I apologize for being anonymous but this question was my first one to post here and I will get myself registered soon.

Many thanks,

Grammar Student

Hi Grammar Teacher,

I'm confused about whether I should use the singlular or plural form of 'experience' in the following example.

Additionally, please indicate if your division has other experience(s?) in...

Please advise. Thank you.

Student