English grammar: Enough and too

What this grammar point covers

‘Enough’ and ‘too’ are words used to talk about quantity or degree. They help say if something is sufficient or more than necessary.

When to use it

Use ‘enough’ to say there is the right amount or it is sufficient. Use ‘too’ to say there is more than is good or needed.

Key forms

• 'enough' after adjectives and adverbs: adjective/adverb + enough (e.g., tall enough)
• 'enough' before nouns: enough + noun (e.g., enough money)
• 'too' before adjectives and adverbs: too + adjective/adverb (e.g., too hot)
• 'too' before much/many + noun: too much/too many + noun (e.g., too many people)

Examples

Tips

• Remember: 'enough' goes after adjectives/adverbs but before nouns.
• ‘Too’ means more than necessary, often a negative thing.
• Do not say 'too enough' together.