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Why can't we use indefinite article with attribute+personnel (e.g., a good personnel), if we can say a+attribute+crew/company, etc.
 
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mikhai said:
Why can't we use indefinite article with attribute+personnel (e.g., a good personnel), if we can say a+attribute+crew/company, etc.
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Because 'personnel' doesn't function as a countable noun, whereas 'crew, company' can.
 
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