Things You Can / Can't Count
Count Nouns and Noncount Nouns
Noncount Nouns
Noncount nouns take the singular form of the verb. Remember to use both 'some' and any' when discussing specific objects in your home or office.
Example:
Marty has some time for food costing this afternoon.
I like breakfast cereal made from corn.
Marty has some pizza sauce on his tie.
Do not use determiners (a, the, these, etc.) when speaking in general.
Example:
The food and beverage director loved food.
The menu items required them to purchase produce.
Count Nouns
Count nouns take the plural form of the verb. Remember to use both 'some' and any' when discussing specific objects in your home or office.
Example:
There are two appetizers on every tray.
There are some air dryers in the restroom.
There are some hotels that allow customers to cancel hotel reservations.
Do not use determiners (a, the, these, etc.) when speaking in general. Use the plural form of count nouns to discuss these objects in general.
Example:
Beers can help to change the pace of your night.
Balance is vital for healthy nutrition practices.