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as much as/as little as



Hi! My brother eats as much as my father. My brother eats as little as my father. Is there any difference of meaning between 2 sentences?

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Leonah
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My brother eats as much as my father. - This means that they eat equal amounts (however much that might be). My brother eats as little as my father. - This means that they both eat equal but little amounts.

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Takahiro
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I got it now. I study English with my kids. They are full of intellectual curiosity, so your answer really helps me. Many thanks.






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Leonah
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You are welcome Takahiro. All the best in your endeavors.

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Yes, there is a difference in meaning between the two sentences.

The sentence "My brother eats as much as my father" implies that both your brother and your father consume a similar amount of food. It suggests that they have similar appetites or eat similar portions during meals.

On the other hand, the sentence "My brother eats as little as my father" suggests that both your brother and your father consume a relatively small amount of food. It implies that they both have small appetites or eat smaller portions compared to others.

So, while both sentences compare the eating habits of your brother and father, the first sentence suggests they eat a similar amount, while the second sentence implies they eat a smaller amount compared to others.

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