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a few number of vs not many number of

Both phrases are not correct in English. The correct way to express this idea is to use either 'a few' or 'not many' alone without 'number of.'

Last updated: March 24, 2024

a few number of

This phrase is not correct in English. 'A few' already implies a small number, so adding 'number of' is redundant.

Instead of 'a few number of,' you should use 'a few' to indicate a small number of something.

Alternatives:

  • a few

not many number of

This phrase is not correct in English. 'Not many' already conveys a lack of quantity, so adding 'number of' is unnecessary.

Instead of 'not many number of,' you should use 'not many' to indicate a small quantity or lack of something.

Alternatives:

  • not many

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