Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Amount”
How much of something you have; the total quantity.
Word Family of Amount
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- I need a small amount of sugar for the recipe. A2
- The amount of traffic on the highway increased significantly during rush hour. B1
- The sheer amount of data processed annually by tech companies rivals small nations' computational capacity. B2
Origin and Word Formation of Amount
From Old French 'amunter', combining 'a' + 'monter' (to mount or accumulate).
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Amount
What are the word forms of “amount”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “amount”?
“amount” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “amount” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “amount” come from?
From Old French 'amunter', combining 'a' + 'monter' (to mount or accumulate).