The term "several" generally refers to an amount that is more than two but fewer than many. It usually means around 3 to 9 items, with many sources suggesting it commonly falls between 5 and 9. The exact number can vary depending on context and personal interpretation, but it is typically understood as more than a few (usually 3 or 4) and less than a large quantity. Here are some rough numerical interpretations from common usage:

• A couple = 2
• A few = 3 to 5
• Several = 5 to 9 (sometimes 3 to 10)
• Many = 10 or more

"Several" is considered a non-specific, moderate quantity indicating more than a small handful but not a large number.