countless
word
/ˈkaʊntɫəs/
/kˈaʊntləs/
Definition
Too many to count; a very large number that cannot easily be counted.
Usage & Nuances
Used in formal and informal contexts for emphasis, especially with plural nouns: 'countless times', 'countless opportunities'. Stronger than 'many', but similar to 'numerous'. Often describes things that feel impossible to count, not literally uncountable.
Spanish: innumerablesPortuguese (BR): incontáveisPortuguese (PT): incontáveisChinese (Simplified): 无数的Chinese (Traditional): 無數的Hindi: असंख्यArabic: لا حصر لهاBengali: অগণিতRussian: бесчисленныйJapanese: 無数のVietnamese: vô sốKorean: 무수한Turkish: sayısızUrdu: لا تعدادIndonesian: tak terhitung
Example Sentences
There are countless stars in the sky.
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She has told me this story countless times.
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They made countless mistakes on the test.
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I've tried countless times, but I still can't solve this puzzle.
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His ideas have inspired countless people around the world.
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Thanks for your help—I'd be lost without your countless tips.
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