WORD COMPARISON

Fewer vs Less: What's the Difference?

Meanings, parts of speech, examples, and direct dictionary links.

Quick Difference

Fewer means comparative degree of few; a smaller number.. Less means comparative degree of little.

Fewer Meaning

comparative degree of few; a smaller number.

Less Meaning

comparative degree of little.

Fewer vs Less Comparison Table

FeatureFewerLess
Meaningcomparative degree of few; a smaller number.comparative degree of little
Part of speechdetermineradverb
ExampleFewer women wear hats these days.I like him less each time I see him.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between fewer and less?

Fewer means comparative degree of few; a smaller number., while less means comparative degree of little.

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