Comparison
Comparative (-er) and superlative (-est); good → better → best.
Comparison
Comparison of Adjectives
What you'll learn
- Compare two: add -er (taller) or use more.
- Compare three or more: -est (tallest) or most.
- Irregular: good → better → best.
- Use than with comparative: Ravi is taller than Ali.
Key concepts
Level 1 — Core idea
Verbal: Two pencils — one longer → The red pencil is longer.
Symbolic: Short → shorter → shortest; good → better → best.
Visual: Line up three books: medium, taller, tallest.
Level 2 — Going deeper
One-syllable often -er/-est (cold, colder). Long words: more beautiful (Class 3 intro). Always compare same quality.
NCERT anchor
NCERT Class 3 English comparison in speaking activities. Measure classmates' height with permission — use taller/shorter.
Worked example
Ali is 120 cm, Ben is 130 cm — who is taller?
Step 1 — Compare **height** (one quality)
Step 2 — 130 > 120 → Ben
Answer: Ben is **taller** than Ali.
Good, better, best — use in sentence about marks.
Step 1 — Three levels of **good**
Step 2 — This is my **best** score this term.
Answer: irregular compare ✓
Common mistakes
| Mistake | Why | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| More taller | Double comparative | Use taller OR more tall (not both) |
| Best of two | Superlative count | Two items → -er, not -est |
| Gooder | Regular rule on irregular | Better, not gooder |
| Compare height vs weight | Different qualities | Compare same adjective |
Quick check
- Comparative of fast?
- Superlative of big?
- Fill: good → ___ → best.
- Stretch: Write three sentences comparing fruits you like.
Revision tip: Two things → -er/than; three+ → -est.
Open the Practice tab for graded questions on Comparison of Adjectives.
Key Takeaways (TL;DR)
- What you'll learn
- Key concepts
- Worked example
- Common mistakes
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