As a noun, count means the number you get after you count something. It shows how many things there are.
The count of guests is twenty.
We did a count of the books.
Count can mean to include or think about someone or something as part of a group or total. For example, if you join a team, you are counted as a member.
You can count me in for the party.
The votes will count towards the result.
Count can mean to depend on someone or something, or to be sure that something will happen. It shows trust and expectation.
You can count on me to help you.
I count that he will arrive soon.
Count is a special name for a noble person in countries such as Italy or Germany. It is a title like lord or earl.
The Count lives in a large castle.
He was made a count by the king.
Count can mean to think about how important something is. It shows value or effect in a situation.
Every vote counts in the election.
Your opinion counts a lot to us.
Count can mean to keep track of beats or rhythm in music or when marching. It helps everyone stay together.
Count the beats to start the song.
The drummer counts before playing.
