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"How much" is a phrase which is often translated as "cuánto", and "many" is an adjective which is often translated as "muchos". Learn more about the difference between "how much" and "many" below.
how much(
hau
 
muhch
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. cuánto
How much does it cost?¿Cuánto cuesta?
a. cuánto
How much do you know about nutrition?¿Cuánto sabes de nutrición?
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many(
meh
-
ni
)
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. muchos
There were many cakes to choose from.Había muchas tortas para elegir.
A pronoun is a word that stands in for a noun (e.g., she).
pronoun
a. muchos
Many died in the earthquake.Murieron muchos en el terremoto.
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