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Comparative adjectives are used to compare two nouns and indicate differences in degree or ______.
quality
One-syllable adjectives typically form comparatives by adding '-______' to the end of the adjective.
er
Two-syllable adjectives ending in '-y' change the '-y' to '-______' and add '-er'.
i
For other two-syllable adjectives, use '______' before the adjective to form the comparative.
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Three or more syllable adjectives always use '______' before the adjective.
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The irregular comparative for 'good' is '______'.
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Comparative adjectives are often used with '______' to make comparisons.
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This book is ______ than that one.
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Study Notes
Comparative Forms
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Definition: Comparative adjectives are used to compare two nouns and indicate differences in degree or quality.
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Formation Rules:
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One-Syllable Adjectives:
- Add "-er" to the end of the adjective.
- Example: tall → taller, fast → faster.
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Two-Syllable Adjectives:
- Typically, adjectives ending in "-y" change the "-y" to "-i" and add "-er".
- Example: happy → happier, busy → busier.
- For other two-syllable adjectives, use "more" before the adjective.
- Example: careful → more careful, modern → more modern.
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Three or More Syllable Adjectives:
- Always use "more" before the adjective.
- Example: beautiful → more beautiful, interesting → more interesting.
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Irregular Comparatives:
- Some adjectives have unique comparative forms.
- Examples:
- good → better
- bad → worse
- far → farther or further
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Usage:
- Comparative adjectives are often used with "than".
- Example: She is taller than her brother.
- Can also be used without "than" for a general comparison.
- Example: This book is better.
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Notes on Usage:
- Ensure the correct form is applied based on the number of syllables.
- Be aware of irregular forms to avoid grammatical errors.
- Context matters; make sure the comparison is clear and relevant.
Definition of Comparative Adjectives
- Used to compare two nouns.
- Indicate differences in degree or quality.
Formation Rules
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One-Syllable Adjectives
- Add "-er" to the adjective.
- Example: tall → taller, fast → faster.
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Two-Syllable Adjectives
- Adjectives ending in "-y" change "-y" to "-i" and add "-er".
- Example: happy → happier, busy → busier.
- Other two-syllable adjectives use "more" before the adjective.
- Example: careful → more careful, modern → more modern.
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Three or More Syllable Adjectives
- Always use "more" before the adjective.
- Example: beautiful → more beautiful, interesting → more interesting.
Irregular Comparatives
- Unique forms for certain adjectives:
- good → better
- bad → worse
- far → farther or further
Usage
- Commonly used with "than" for direct comparisons.
- Example: She is taller than her brother.
- Can also be used without "than" for a general comparison.
- Example: This book is better.
Notes on Usage
- Correct form depends on the number of syllables in the adjective.
- Be cautious of irregular forms to avoid errors.
- Ensure comparisons are clear and contextually relevant.
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Test your knowledge on comparative adjectives and their formation rules. This quiz includes examples and guidelines for both one-syllable and two-syllable adjectives. Improve your understanding of how to compare nouns using the correct grammatical structure.
