ENGLISH
REFERENCE

quite a lot of sth

idiom
Meaning

A large number or amount of something. It is a bit more than just 'a lot'.


Examples
SIMPLE

I have quite a lot of work to do today.

CONTEXTUAL

The library has quite a lot of books about history, so you should find what you need.

COMPLEX

After the storm, the city officials discovered quite a lot of damage to the historic bridge, requiring immediate and expensive repairs.

Last updated April 22, 2026