Superlatives

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What is a superlative?

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A superlative is a form of an adjective or adverb that expresses the highest degree of a quality, often used to compare three or more items.

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What is the superlative form of 'fast'?

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The superlative form of 'fast' is 'fastest'.

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How do you form the superlative for one-syllable adjectives?

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For one-syllable adjectives, add '-est' to the end of the word (e.g., tall -> tallest).

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What is the superlative form of 'funny'?

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The superlative form of 'funny' is 'funniest'.

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What is the comparative form of 'old'?

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The comparative form of 'old' is 'older'.

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How do you form the comparative for adjectives with two syllables?

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For adjectives with two syllables, use 'more' before the adjective (e.g., careful -> more careful).

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What is the comparative form of 'big'?

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

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What is the superlative form of 'happy'?

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The superlative form of 'happy' is 'happiest'.

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When do you use 'most' instead of '-est'?

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Use 'most' for adjectives with three or more syllables (e.g., beautiful -> most beautiful).

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What is the superlative form of 'bright'?

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The superlative form of 'bright' is 'brightest'.