Grammar: The Comparative and

Superlative
Comparative : compare two things
bigger, stronger, more beautiful
Superlative : compare three or more things
(Highest quality or degree)
biggest, strongest, the most beautiful

The Superlative
Notice the difference in forms;
- the highest , the fastest , the cheapest VS
- the most convenient , the most beautiful
1.
2.
3.
4.

This is the tallest building in New York City.

Ayako is the best student Ive ever had.
Miki speaks the fastest among her friends.
Areum cooks the best in this neighborhood.

The Comparative
Notice the difference in forms;
- nicer , hotter , cheaper VS
- more expensive , more interesting
1.
2.
3.
4.

The Empire State is taller than Bank of America Tower.

Noriko is a better writer than Joseph.
Yuki speaks faster than you.
Jorge sings more beautifully than Justin Bieber.

Using Comparative & Superlative with

NOUNS
comparative less , superlative least
The new dishwasher costs Naoko less money
than her previous one.
The new dishwasher costs Naoko the least
money of all her home appliances.

Using Comparative & Superlative with

NOUNS
comparative more , superlative most
Nathalia bought a new LCD TV with more
features than her old one.
Motoes new stereo consumes the least energy
and requires the least maintenance of all her
electrical devices.