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i need some water. vs i need a water.

The phrase 'I need some water.' is correct, while 'I need a water.' is incorrect. In English, we use 'some' before non-countable nouns like 'water' to indicate an unspecified quantity. Using 'a' before 'water' is incorrect because 'water' is not a countable noun in this context.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"i need some water."

This phrase is used when someone wants an unspecified quantity of water.

Examples:

  • I need some water to drink.
  • Can you please bring me some water?
  • She always carries some water in her bag.
  • Do you have some water to spare?
  • Let's get some water from the fountain.
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  • Apr 14, 2017 ... LUST. Lyrics: I need some water / Something came over me / Way too hot to simmer down, might as well overheat / Too close to comfort / As ...
  • Oct 8, 2023 ... Trying to find this song where it goes “I need some water... I need you” and then it drops. I thought it was a skrillex one but I haven't had any luck.
  • 10 hours ago ... I think i need some water im not sure though. By the end of the run i had 12 waters and only 2 soups but i ended up losing because i ...
  • Jul 11, 2017 ... ... I need some water" is more natural to say when you want something to drink cause you're thirsty. |'Some' does not imply a quantity. It could ...
  • Apr 26, 2017 ... The opening line "I need some water, something came over me" could refer to the holy water Kendricks grandmother mentions in GKMC. The song ...
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  • 2 days ago ... Doing a kitchen remodel and I need some water damaged floor replaced and drywall done. All drywall will be behind the cabinets so no need to ...
  • Jul 11, 2013 ... The Yard is Dry and I Need Some Water. It has been a very busy week. I have been playing catch up at work after being out last week. I am ...

This phrase is incorrect in English. 'Water' is a non-countable noun and should not be preceded by 'a'.

"i need a water."

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Alternatives:

  • I need a glass of water.
  • I need a bottle of water.
  • I need a drink of water.
  • I need some water.
  • I need water.

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