lots

たくさん

数や量が多いこと。

やさしい英語で： A large number or amount of something.

• We have lots of time.
• Lots of people came to the party.
• She has lots to tell you.

使い方： lots of + plural or uncountable noun (There are lots of apples in the bowl.)

類義語： a lot, loads, plenty

反対語： little

よく使う表現： lots of something, lots to do, thanks lots

区画、ロット、くじ

品物を分けたまとまり、土地の区画、または物事を決めるために引くくじ。

やさしい英語で： Separate groups of items, pieces of land, or slips drawn to decide something by chance.

• They sold three lots at the auction.
• Two vacant lots lie beside the school.
• We drew lots to choose the first player.

よく使う表現： vacant lots, draw lots, auction lots

ずっと、とても

程度がとても大きいことや、差が大きいことを表す。

やさしい英語で： By a large amount; very much.

• I feel lots better today.
• This bag costs lots less than that one.
• We enjoyed ourselves lots.

使い方： lots + comparative (This route is lots shorter.)

類義語： a lot, much

よく使う表現： lots better, lots more, lots easier