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there are vs There's

Both 'there are' and 'there's' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'There are' is used when referring to multiple items or people, while 'there's' is used when referring to a single item or person. It's important to match the verb form with the number of items being discussed.

Last updated: March 27, 2024

there are

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to multiple items or people.

Use 'there are' when you are talking about multiple items or people. Make sure the verb 'are' agrees with the plural subject.

Examples:

  • There are many books on the shelf.
  • There are three cats in the garden.
  • There are several options to choose from.

Alternatives:

  • there exist
  • there stand
  • there lie
  • there remain
  • there sit

There's

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a single item or person.

Use 'there's' when you are talking about a single item or person. The contraction 'there's' is short for 'there is'.

Examples:

  • There's a cat on the roof.
  • There's a book on the table.
  • There's someone at the door.

Alternatives:

  • there is
  • there stands
  • there lies
  • there remains
  • there sits

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