RAPIDEX ENGLISH SPEAKING COURSE GRAMMAR – 19 – ADJECTIVE- ADJECTIVE OF NUMBER- PART-6
RAPIDEX ENGLISH SPEAKING COURSE GRAMMAR – 19 – ADJECTIVE- ADJECTIVE OF NUMBER- PART-6
Contents
- 1 Rapidex English Speaking Course
- 2 Grammar – Chapter 19: Adjective
- 3 Adjective of Number (Part-6)
- 4 Types of Adjective of Number
- 5 Difference Between Adjective of Number & Adjective of Quantity
- 6 Common Mistakes to Avoid
- 7 Quick Practice Sentences
- 8 Conclusion
- 9 RAPIDEX ENGLISH SPEAKING COURSE GRAMMAR – 19 – ADJECTIVE- ADJECTIVE OF NUMBER- PART-6
Rapidex English Speaking Course
Grammar – Chapter 19: Adjective
Adjective of Number (Part-6)
What is an Adjective of Number?
An Adjective of Number indicates the number or position of a noun in a series. It answers the question: “How many?” or “In what order?”
Examples:
- Five students won the competition.
- I have seen this movie twice.
- She got the first prize.
Types of Adjective of Number
Definite Numeral Adjectives (Indicates exact number)
- One, two, three… (Cardinal numbers)
Example: “I have two pens.” - First, second, third… (Ordinal numbers)
Example: “She won the first prize.”
Indefinite Numeral Adjectives (Indicates an approximate number)
- Some, many, few, several, all, none
Example: “There are several books on the table.”
Distributive Numeral Adjectives (Indicates distribution)
- Each, every, either, neither
Example: “Each student must submit their work.”
Difference Between Adjective of Number & Adjective of Quantity
| Feature | Adjective of Number | Adjective of Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Tells how many | Tells how much |
| Examples | Five books, first rank | Some water, little sugar |
| Used with | Countable nouns | Uncountable nouns |
Example Sentences:
- Incorrect: I have some friends.
- Correct: I have many friends.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Incorrect: He stood on third position.
Correct: He stood in the third position.
Incorrect: I have few money.
Correct: I have a little money.
Quick Practice Sentences
Fill in the blanks with the correct Adjective of Number:
- There are __ apples in the basket. (some/seven)
- She was the __ person to arrive. (first/much)
- I have seen this movie __ times. (twice/many)
- __ student must complete the assignment. (Each/All)
Conclusion
Adjectives of Number help specify exact numbers, order, or distribution in a sentence. Practice regularly to improve accuracy in daily conversations!
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