i missed few classes vs i missed some classes

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. 'I missed a few classes' implies a small number of classes were missed, while 'I missed some classes' is more general and doesn't specify the exact number missed. The choice between the two depends on the specific context and the emphasis the speaker wants to convey.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 8095 views

i missed few classes

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when you want to specify that only a small number of classes were missed.

Examples:

I missed a few classes last week due to illness.
She missed a few classes but managed to catch up quickly.

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I'm also attending a few classes at William and Mary College.
You know, a few classes here and there.
The dean's extended me the courtesy of auditing a few classes.
Yeah. Only after the first few classes, don't keep any attendance records.
Older guy, came in for a few classes, then dropped out.
Ten years from now, no one will care If you've ever been to high school, much less skipped a few classes.
And a few classes back at the Y in Jersey where I'm from.
I don't know if you remember him. he came to a few classes.
Those are just a few classes we can afford to offer if enough people pay to learn hopscotch.
Those are just a few classes we can afford to offer if enough people pay to learn hopscotch.
We had a few classes together.
I had Dr. Maxfield for a few classes last year.
I got to spend time with someone as gorgeous as Olivia in exchange for help with a few classes.
You're only a few classes in, right?
I think I missed my calling.
- Sorry I missed the crowd.
Sorry I missed you last night.
One of things I missed most dearly.
Sorry I missed all the excitement.
- Sorry, I missed that.

Alternatives:

I missed several classes
I missed a couple of classes
I missed a handful of classes
I missed a small number of classes
I missed a limited number of classes

i missed some classes

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is more general and doesn't specify the exact number of classes missed.

Examples:

I missed some classes last semester, but I made sure to study extra.
She missed some classes due to a family emergency.

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- I'll be honest, I missed some classes.
I missed a couple classes, but I'm here from now on.
I missed a couple classes, but I'm here from now on.
Since your wedding, you've missed six classes, a paper and your midterm.
So, he's missed six of my classes.
I know my daughter missed a lot of classes in college for her stories.
(groaning) You missed two classes and no homework
Also, I've missed more morning classes than I've been to.
She says I missed some evidence.
I just I missed some opportunities back then.
Heard I missed some fireworks at the finish line.
I missed some bills, Meg.
Looks like I missed some big to-do.
I missed some nuances the first time.
I'm guessing I missed some fun?
I throw them to the garbage whenever I find one... buy maybe I missed some.
Look, okay, I missed some work. I was late on a couple of deadlines.
Apparently, I missed some sort of journal assignment, and if I don't turn it in, I'm not necessarily moving up to fourth grade.
I missed you and you missed some nice jobs, too.
They apparently had some classes together.

Alternatives:

I missed a few classes
I missed several classes
I missed a couple of classes
I missed a handful of classes
I missed a small number of classes

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i missed few classes vs i missed some classes