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count

noun B1 Neutral

Meaning

A "count" is the total number of things or people in a group.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "count" with "counted," which is the past form.

Example Sentences

Can you keep count of how many people are coming ?
I lost count of how many books I have read .
The count of mistakes in your work is not high .
What is the count of people in the room ?

Word in Context

I was cleaning the kitchen because some friends were coming for dinner . Before they arrived , I made a quick count of the chairs to see if there were enough . When I saw I needed two more , I moved a chair from the living room . I also put fresh napkins and a bowl of fruit on the table . The small dinner felt warm and relaxed .

Common Phrases

a count of a rough count keep count

Synonyms

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