Lesson 18: Comparisons
Adjectives, Comparative (-er/more) & Superlative (-est/most)
Adjectives
Words to describe people, places, and things.
Places & Atmosphere
Crowded /ˈkraʊdɪd/ Пренаселен
Quiet /ˈkwaɪət/ Тих
Noisy /ˈnɔɪzi/ Шумен
Modern /ˈmɒdərn/ Модерен
Old-fashioned /ˌəʊldˈfæʃnd/ Старомоден
Popular /ˈpɒpjələr/ Популярен
Safe /seɪf/ Безопасен
Dangerous /ˈdeɪndʒərəs/ Опасен
Value & Quality
Cheap /tʃiːp/ Евтин
Expensive /ɪkˈspensɪv/ Скъп
Useful /ˈjuːsfl/ Полезен
Useless /ˈjuːsləs/ Безполезен
Comfortable /ˈkʌmftəbl/ Удобен
Clear /klɪər/ Ясен (план/време)
People & Experience
Polite /pəˈlaɪt/ Учтив
Rude /ruːd/ Груб
Stressful /ˈstresfl/ Напрегнат
Relaxing /rɪˈlæksɪŋ/ Релаксиращ
Delicious /dɪˈlɪʃəs/ Вкусен
Fresh /freʃ/ Свеж
Comparison Grammar
1. Comparative (Comparing 2)
Formula: Adjective + er + THAN
John is smarter than Sarah.
Summer is hotter than winter.
For Long Words (2+ Syllables): MORE + Adjective + THAN
This car is more expensive than that one.
She is more polite than him.
2. Superlative (The #1)
Formula: THE + Adjective + est
John is the smartest student.
This is the oldest building.
For Long Words: THE MOST + Adjective
It is the most difficult test.
He is the most popular actor.
3. Irregular Adjectives (Memorize!)
| Base | Comparative (По-) | Superlative (Най-) |
|---|---|---|
| Good | Better | The Best |
| Bad | Worse | The Worst |
| Far | Further | The Furthest |
| Little | Less | The Least |
| Much/Many | More | The Most |
The Mechanics: Spelling Rules
1. The "Y" Rule
If ends in Consonant + Y: Cut 'Y', add -ier / -iest.
- Happy → Happier → Happiest
- Busy → Busier → Busiest
- Easy → Easier → Easiest
2. The "Big Mac" Rule (C-V-C)
1 Syllable, Consonant-Vowel-Consonant: Double the last letter.
- Big → Bigger → Biggest
- Hot → Hotter → Hottest
- Fat → Fatter → Fattest
3. The "E" Rule
If ends in E: Just add -r / -st.
- Nice → Nicer (Not niceer) → Nicest
- Late → Later → Latest
The Best Choice
Jake and Emma are comparing options for a trip and new tech.
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Grammar Exercises (15 Sets)
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Mini Games
Instructions: Is the word Base, Comparative, or Superlative?
Better
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