Quantity

A lot of / Lots of

A large amount. It works with any noun type, countable or uncountable.

Rule

A lot of and lots of mean a large amount. You can use them with plural countable nouns and uncountable nouns.

Formula

a lot of / lots of+ any noun typea lot of people (countable)a lot of water / money / time (uncountable)We've got a lot of vegetables.

Notes

  • lots of = the same meaning, more conversational
  • The form does not change