bex021 t1_jael9q5 wrote on February 28, 2023 at 9:42 PM Reply to LPT - Don't know if it's less or fewer? 'Fewer' is a more precise word than "less". Say the sentence in your head, and try "fewer" first. Generally speaking, if that word fits, it is correct. by RPoliticsModsFU Fewer for things you can physically count...less for things you don't. Examples: Fewer coins, less money. Fewer cups of water, less water. Fewer mistakes, less confusion... Permalink 1
bex021 t1_jael9q5 wrote
Reply to LPT - Don't know if it's less or fewer? 'Fewer' is a more precise word than "less". Say the sentence in your head, and try "fewer" first. Generally speaking, if that word fits, it is correct. by RPoliticsModsFU
Fewer for things you can physically count...less for things you don't. Examples: Fewer coins, less money. Fewer cups of water, less water. Fewer mistakes, less confusion...