There is / there are?
There is a lot of kids.
There are a lot of kids.

There is lots of kids.
There are lots of kids.

Which one is correct? When should I use 'is/are' after 'there'?

Question

There is / there are?
There is a lot of kids.
There are a lot of kids.

There is lots of kids.
There are lots of kids.

Which one is correct? When should I use 'is/are' after 'there'?

Answer

Hello,

we use is for singular (or uncountable) nouns - kid - There is a kid.
We use are for plural nouns - kids - There are a lot of kids / there are lots of kids.

I hope this helps,
best wishes,
Annie

Answer

Is/are depends upon whether you're discussing "one" or "many".

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