Countable nouns have a plural form and use a, an, and many, as in there are many chairs in the room. Uncountable nouns have no plural and use much and some instead, as in I need some information or how much money do you have.
Grammar Rule
Countable nouns have a plural and use a/an and many; uncountable nouns have no plural and use much and some.
Countable and Uncountable Nouns: Rules and Examples
| Noun type | Rule | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Countable | a/an in singular, many for quantity | There are many chairs in the room. |
| Uncountable | no a/an, no plural, much for quantity | I need some information. She gave me some good advice. How much money do you have? |
Remember: uncountable nouns have no plural and use much, not many.
Practice Test
Instructions
Answer each question in the test below choosing correctly between countable and uncountable noun rules. You will get a new random set of questions every time you retake the test, plus a downloadable results summary with your name and score at the end.
Countable and Uncountable Nouns – Consolidation and Extension
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Frequently Asked Questions
What quantifiers are used with countable nouns?
Countable nouns use a or an in the singular and many to ask about or describe quantity, as in there are many chairs in the room.
What quantifiers are used with uncountable nouns?
Uncountable nouns never use a or an and use much instead of many, as in how much money do you have.
Can some be used with both countable and uncountable nouns?
Yes, some is commonly used with both types in affirmative sentences and offers, as in I need some information or I have some apples.
What is a common mistake with uncountable nouns?
A common mistake is adding a plural -s to an uncountable noun or using many instead of much, such as saying informations instead of information.