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lots of

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A1 Beginner Oxford

fixed phr.. This is a simple way to say 'a large amount' or 'a large number'. You can use it for things you can count, like books, and things you can't, like water.

fixed phr.. An informal quantifier phrase meaning a large number or amount of something.


SIMPLE

There are lots of cars on the road today.

CONTEXTUAL

She made lots of mistakes on the test but still managed to pass the class.

COMPLEX

The project required lots of time and resources, far more than the initial budget had allowed for.

Usage

Functions as a determiner and can be used with both plural countable and uncountable nouns.

Teaching tip

Explain that 'lots of' is a common, informal alternative to 'many' and 'much', making it a versatile choice for learners in everyday conversation.

Pitfall

We need lots water.We need lots of water.The preposition 'of' is a required part of the phrase when it is followed by a noun.

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