numerous
word
/ˈnumɝəs/
NOO-mur-uhs
/njˈuːməɹəs/
NYOO-muh-ruhs
Definition
Existing in large numbers; many of something.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally and in writing; more common in formal speech than everyday conversation. Often appears before plural nouns ('numerous problems', 'numerous opportunities'). Similar to 'many', but more formal or emphatic.
Spanish: numeroso - muchosPortuguese (BR): numeroso - muitosPortuguese (PT): numeroso - muitosChinese (Simplified): 众多的 - 许多的Chinese (Traditional): 眾多的 - 許多的Hindi: अनेकों - कईArabic: عديد - كثيرBengali: অসংখ্য - বহুসংখ্যকRussian: многочисленныйJapanese: 多数の - 数多くのVietnamese: nhiều - vô sốKorean: 수많은Turkish: çok sayıda - birçokUrdu: بے شمار - کثیرIndonesian: sejumlah besar - banyak sekali
Example Sentences
She has visited numerous cities around the world.
basic
There have been numerous complaints about the noise lately.
natural
I’ve tried numerous times, but I still can’t solve this puzzle.
natural
Numerous studies show the benefits of regular exercise.
natural
There are numerous books on the table.
basic
We have numerous options to choose from.
basic