What are the differences between Allot – A lot – Alot – Lots?
Okay, this may look confusing but look at the difference in definitions!
[Tweet “Allot – to allocate, give or apportion something to someone or something.”]
Allot – to allocate, give or apportion something to someone or something.
- I allot five hours a day to learning English.
- I allotted 500 pounds towards my new games console.
[Tweet “A lot – When there is a large amount of something.”]
A lot – When there is a large amount of something.
- A leopard has a lot of spots.
- A lot of people like to listen to music.
[Tweet “Alot is a misspelling of a lot and should be avoided at all costs!”]
Alot is a misspelling of a lot and should be avoided at all costs!
[Tweet “Lots – The same meaning as a lot, just a bit less formal and generally used in speech rather than writing. “]
Lots – The same meaning as a lot, just a bit less formal and generally used in speech rather than writing.
- A leopard has lots of spots.
- Lots of people like to listen to music.
Hope that helps!
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