Comparative and superlative

Comparative and superlative

1. Comparative

   • We use the comparative form to compare differences between two objects or noun
     • Structure
       • Noun (subject) + verb + comparative adjective + than + noun (object).
         • Comparative adjectives typically end in ‘er’ and are followed by the word ‘than’.
         • When the adjective has three or more syllables, the structure is more+adjective+than
         • Examples
           • Your dog runs faster than Jim's dog.
           • The suitcase is more expensive than the handbag

2. Superlative

   • Superlative adjectives are used to describe an object which is at the upper or lower limit of a quality
     • Structure
       • Noun (subject) + verb + the + superlative adjective + noun (object).
         • Superlative adjectives typically end in ‘est’ and are preceded by the word ‘the’.
         • When the adjective has three or more syllables, the structure is "The most"
         • Examples
           • George is the tallest student in my class.
           • This is the most beautiful girl I've ever seen.

3. Financial terms

   • CASH
     • legal tender —currency or coins—that can be used to exchange goods, debt, or services.
   • CREDIT CARD
     • financial instrument issued by banks with a pre-set credit limit, helping you make cashless transactions.
   • ATM
     • electronic banking outlet that allows customers to complete basic transactions without the aid of a branch representative
   • FEE
     • fixed price charged for a specific service, and can be applied in a variety of ways such as costs, charges, commissions

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