amount
/əˈmaʊnt/A quantity or total of something, often measurable
She paid a large amount for the concert tickets.
This refers to a significant quantity of money spent.
The amount of sugar in this recipe is too high.
This describes the quantity of sugar used.
Often used with 'of' to specify what is being measured.
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💡Pro Tip
Countable vs. Uncountable
'Amount' is typically used with uncountable nouns (e.g., 'amount of water'), but can also be used with countable nouns in specific contexts (e.g., 'amount of money').
⚡Gold Rule
Correct Usage
Always use 'amount' with uncountable nouns unless referring to a specific quantity (e.g., 'amount of time' but 'number of people').
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'amounte,' from Old French 'amonte,' from Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'montem' (mountain). Originally meant 'sum of money.'
📝Usage Notes
Can be used with countable or uncountable nouns. Often paired with 'of' to specify the subject being measured.