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"Too many" is an adjective which is often translated as "demasiados", and "so many" is a phrase which is often translated as "tantos". Learn more about the difference between "too many" and "so many" below.

too many(

meh

)

An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).

adjective

1. (in excessive number)

a. demasiados

It is hard to choose what to do at this amusement park. There are too many options!Es difícil escoger qué hacer en este parque de atracciones. ¡Hay demasiadas opciones!

so many(

meh

)

A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).

phrase

1. (a large quantity of)

a. tantos

Look at all these flavors! There are so many it's hard for me to just pick one.¡Mira todos estos sabores! Hay tantos que no puedo escoger solo uno.

2. (a lot)

a. tanto

There are so many things I have to tell you.Tengo tantas cosas que contarte.

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