fewer
Translation
fewer
Examples
There are fewer cars on the road today.
There are fewer cars on the road today.
You should eat fewer cookies.
You should eat fewer cookies.
Grammar Patterns
fewer + ((plural countable noun)) 〈than ...〉 a smaller number of (sth.) I have fewer books than she does.
Similar Words
Antonyms: more. Contrast with 'less', which is used for uncountable nouns.
Etymology
The comparative form of 'few'. The '-er' suffix denotes comparison.
Memory Tips
Remember: 'fewer' is for things you can count (fewer coins), while 'less' is for things you can't (less money).