counts
word · lemma: count
Definition
As a verb, it means to say numbers in order to find the total number of something. It can also mean to be important or to have value in a situation.
Usage & Nuances
Often used with objects like 'count money', 'count students', or 'count the days'. In the meaning 'be important', it commonly appears in phrases like 'Every vote counts' or 'What counts is...'. Learners often confuse 'count' with 'calculate': 'count' is one by one, while 'calculate' uses math.
Example Sentences
She counts the books on the table.
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My little brother counts from one to ten.
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Every minute counts before the bus leaves.
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In this job, experience counts more than a fancy degree.
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The cashier counts the money twice at the end of the day.
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What really counts is how you treat people.
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