Use of the word "couple" as an adjective
Is it correct to use the phrase "a couple of guys" versus "a couple guys"....I've noticed the latter being consistently used in books I've been reading over the recent past. Thanks for your help
asked Jan 19 at 19:51
Bill Gebing
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Bill Gebing
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Traditionally, couple is a noun, meaning a group of two, or a verb meaning to join to things. It has become an informal adjective which is the use you are describing. I probably say it from time to time, but I wouldn't write it. Of course, I'm an old guy and averse to change by these whippersnappers, scalawags, and rapscallions who would sully the language.
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answered Jan 19 at 20:17
Lewis Neidhardt
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