Comparative adjectives

Use comparative adjectives with than to compare two people, places or things.

When do we use it?

Form common short and long comparative adjectives.

Form

Use -er for many short adjectives and more for many longer adjectives.

• taller than
• bigger than
• more interesting than
• better than

Key contrast

Look for the subject, noun type, sentence form and time expression before choosing.

Common mistakes

• more taller → taller
• gooder → better

Remember

Use comparative adjectives with than to compare two people, places or things.

Quick check

• Read the complete sentence.
• Find the grammar clue.
• Choose the form that fits both meaning and structure.