I learn English at this file, and I have a question. I have the sentence
"Jet engines make a lot of noise."
(Page 6)
Why is it a lot of noise instead of a lot of noises?
Please help with clear description.
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A lot of noise means loud noise. One predominant type of noise, at high volume.
A lot of noises means many different sounds.
The jet airplane makes lots of noise. (Or The jet airplane makes a lot of noise.)
My 50 year old truck makes lots of noises. (The engine grumbles, the fan belt squeaks, the brakes screech, etc.)
