Correct rules to use ‘little’, 'a little' and ‘the little’
सही नियम जो 'little', 'a little' और 'the little' का उपयोग करने के लिए होते हैं।
In English, the words 'little', 'a little', and 'the little' are used to express the quantity or amount of something. However, they are used in different ways and have different meanings. Let's understand the correct rules to use these words:
1. Little: It is used to indicate a small amount or quantity. It is used with uncountable nouns.
Example: She has little money. (उसके पास थोड़ा पैसा है।)
2. A little: It is used to indicate a small amount or quantity, but it is more than 'little'. It is also used with uncountable nouns.
Example: He has a little patience. (उसके पास थोड़ा सब्र है।)
3. The little: It is used to indicate a specific small amount or quantity. It is also used with uncountable nouns.
Example: I have saved the little money I had. (मैंने जो थोड़ा पैसा बचाया था, वह मेरे पास है।)
Key Mistakes:
1. Using 'little' with countable nouns: This is incorrect as 'little' is used with uncountable nouns only.
Example: He has little friends. (Incorrect)
Correction: He has few friends. (उसके पास कुछ दोस्त हैं।)
2. Using 'a little' with countable nouns: This is incorrect as 'a little' is used with uncountable nouns only.
Example: She has a little books. (Incorrect)
Correction: She has a few books. (उसके पास कुछ किताबें हैं।)
By understanding and following these correct rules, you can effectively use 'little', 'a little', and 'the little' in your English conversations. Happy learning!
