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Which sentence is correct ?
1. There are some water on the floor.
2. There is some water on the floor.
I suppose No.2 is correct, thank you.
2018년 8월 23일 오후 3:48
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yes, you're right. Use singular verbs for uncountable nouns.
In America, also use singular verbs for *collective* nouns. In British English, I've seen both singular and plural verbs used for collective nouns.
US: my family *is* smart.
UK: my family *is* smart OR my family *are* smart
2018년 8월 23일
yes you are right, there is some water
2018년 8월 23일
Yes, the second phrase is correct, "is" referred to the water witch is singular.
2018년 8월 23일
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