quantity
/ˈkwɒntɪti/noun★Intermediate— amount or number of something
general
The amount or number of something, often measurable or countable.
The recipe requires a precise quantity of sugar.
This means you need to measure the exact amount of sugar needed.
The quantity of water in the bottle is sufficient for a day.
This means the bottle contains enough water for daily needs.
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Often used in contexts where measurement or counting is important.
Collocations
large quantitya big amount of somethingsmall quantitya small amount of somethingprecise quantityan exact amount of something
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Precision Matters
In scientific or technical contexts, 'quantity' often implies a measurable or countable amount.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Confusion
Do not confuse 'quantity' with 'quality', which refers to the standard or grade of something.
📖Word Origin
From Old French 'quantité', from Latin 'quantitas', meaning 'how much' or 'how many'.
📝Usage Notes
Often used in scientific, mathematical, or commercial contexts where exact measurements are important.
Word Breakdown
quant
relating to amount or measurement
root-ity
a state or condition
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