Comparative Adjectives

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What is a comparative adjective?

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A comparative adjective is a word that compares two things, often ending in '-er' or using 'more' before the adjective.

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How do you form the comparative of 'big'?

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The comparative form of 'big' is 'bigger'.

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What is the comparative form of 'beautiful'?

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The comparative form of 'beautiful' is 'more beautiful'.

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Which is correct: 'more old' or 'older'?

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'Older' is correct.

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How do you compare two items using the adjective 'colourful'?

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You would say 'more colourful'.

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What is the comparative form of 'intelligent'?

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The comparative form of 'intelligent' is 'more intelligent'.

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When do you use 'more' instead of '-er'?

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Use 'more' for adjectives with two or more syllables.

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What is the comparative form of 'small'?

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The comparative form of 'small' is 'smaller'.

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How do you compare two things that are 'fast'?

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You would say 'faster'.

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What is the rule for forming comparatives for one-syllable adjectives?

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For one-syllable adjectives, usually add '-er' to the end.