Alot, A Lot, or Allot?
Should I write "alot" or "a lot"?
The Quick Answer
Alot
The word "alot" is a spelling mistake. It is always wrong.- I know alot of decent singers.
A Lot
(noun or adverb) "a large amount or number (noun)" or "to a great extent (adverb)"- I have a lot of toys. (noun)
- Jack and Jill seem to argue a lot. (adverb)
- I have seen alot of things in my life.
- I have seen a lot of things in my life.
- We allot one Sherpa to each climbing team.
Table of Contents
- Examples in Sentences
- A Lot
- To Allot
- Alot
- "Choose the Correct One" Test
- British English and American English
- A Video Summary
- Test Time!
Examples in Sentences
A Lot
"A lot" is the opposite of a little. When used as a noun, "a lot" means "a large extent," "a large amount," or "a large number." As an adverb, "a lot" means "to a great extent" or "to a great degree."Examples of "a lot" in sentences:
- Mark has a lot of toys. ("Lot" is a noun in this example.)
- He cheats a lot. ("A lot" is an adverb in this example.)
To Allot
The verb "to allot" means to give out, to apportion, to divide, or to distribute. (Other forms of the verb are "allots," "allotted," and "allotting.")Examples of "allot" in sentences:
- The peasant was allotted just 25m2 to grow his pumpkins.
- I will allot a radio to each group.
- You need to allot each syndicate sufficient time to question the presenter.
Alot
The word "alot" does not exist. It is often mistakenly written instead of "a lot." For example:- I know alot about precious stones.
- I know a lot about precious stones.
"Choose the Correct One" Test
British English and American English
The spelling of "a lot" has nothing to do with the differences between British English and American English. It is two words in both versions.- I know alot of things. () ()
- I know a lot of things. () ()
A Video Summary
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