Comparative and Superlative Forms in German

This video tutorial explains how to transform adjectives and adverbs in German into their comparative and superlative forms. It covers the basic rules, exceptions, and provides examples for both regular and irregular forms. The tutorial also addresses common confusions for English speakers and offers practical examples to illustrate the concepts.

What is the German comparative form of 'schnell'?

• schnellsten

• schnellste

• schnella

• schneller

How is the superlative form of 'schnell' constructed in German?

• schnellsten

• schnell

• schnellster

• schnellst

In German, what does not change when forming comparative and superlative adjectives?

• Adjective endings

• Adjective form

• Adjective placement

• None of the above

Which adjective requires an umlaut in its comparative and superlative forms?

• jung

• gut

• groß

• alt

What is the correct form to say 'the oldest' in German?

• älter

• ältest

• am ältesten

• älteste

Which case is used in the sentence 'Ich bin älter als er'?

• Nominative

• Accusative

• Dative

• Genitive

What is the German equivalent of 'more' when used with adjectives?

• meiste

• mehrere

• meisten

• mehr

Which resource is suggested for further practice on German adjectives?

• Deutsche Welle

• German with Antrum

• Duolingo

• Goethe Institute

What is the German superlative form of 'gut'?

• guteste

• beste

• am besten

• besser

Which adjective does not take an umlaut in its comparative form?

• hart

• kalt

• hoch

• lang