Superlatives in Noun Phrases

Superlatives in Noun Phrases

English B1+

Superlative adjectives can be used with nouns followed by to + infinitive. Examples:

It was certainly the best decision to make.

This is the easiest way to understand it.

_{To talk about unique experiences, a superlative and a noun structure can be followed by present perfect tense with the adverb ever: }

• This is the tastiest cake grandma has ever baked

Happy B.day Baruc!!!!!!!!

Remember, short adjectives form superlatives with the help of the and the ending -est, while long adjectives need the most before the adjective that remains unchanged.

• short - the shortest

• complicated - the most complicated

Also remember irregular superlatives

• good -best

• bad - worst

• little - least

• much - most

Activity - Continue the sentences using the superlative form of the adjective and the verb in parentheses. Use the infinitive form or the present perfect with ever.

Open Ended

Everest is ________________.

(high - climb)

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Karla is the _________________.

(beautiful - see)

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This math problem is ______________.

(complicated - do)

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Today _______________.

(bad - play)

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My cell phone is ____________.

(cheap - buy)

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Geoffrey is ___________.

(annoying - work with)

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Superman is _____________.

(strong - exist )