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.
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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
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yes you are right, there is some water
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Yes, the second phrase is correct, "is" referred to the water witch is singular.
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