many - Wiktionary, the free dictionary Many is used only with the plural of countable nouns (except in the combination many a) Its counterpart used with uncountable nouns is much Many and much merge in the comparative and superlative forms, which are more and most for both determiners
Is It Better to Use Many or A Lot? - Word Smarts Whether you're feeling formal or keeping it casual, the adjectives "many" and "a lot" are two of the most common ways to describe an abundance Here's how to choose the right one