Using Too Much, Too Many, and Not Enough to Describe Quantities

Below, you will find a brief guide to using a few different quantifiers. It can be a little tricky to figure out when to use too much, too many, and not enough, but don't worry--here are some simple rules to follow:

• Use too much when you're talking about something that can't be counted, like water or air. For example, "I drank too much water, and now I need to use the restroom."
• Use too many when you're talking about something that can be counted, like apples or pencils. For example, "There are too many people in this room."
• Use not enough when you're talking about a lack of something, whether it can be counted or not. For example, "There is not enough time in the day to get everything done."

1. She put too much salt in the soup.
2. He talks too much during class.
3. I ate too much candy, and now my stomach hurts.
4. There is too much pollution in the city.
5. She spends too much time on her phone.
6. He added too much sugar to his coffee.
7. She worries too much about what other people think of her.

1. There are too many cars on the road.
2. She bought too many shoes, and now she can't fit them all in her closet.
3. He has too many pencils on his desk.
4. The store had too many customers, and it was hard to move around.
5. They have too many dogs in their house.
6. She ate too many cookies, and now she feels sick.
7. The party had too many people, and it was hard to talk to everyone.

1. There is not enough milk for my cereal.
2. He didn't study enough for the test.
3. She doesn't have enough money to buy the dress.
4. They didn't plan enough time for the project.
5. There are not enough chairs for everyone in the room.
6. He didn't put enough effort into his homework.
7. The cake doesn't have enough sugar in it.