S - Unit 6 - A2
Comparative Adjectives
Phrases and adjectives categorized by different conversation topics for comparing with comparative and superlative forms:
1. Technology:
Comparing smartphones:
"The latest model is faster than the previous one."
"This phone is more user-friendly than that one."
"The camera quality on this model is superior to the others."
Comparing laptops:
"The new MacBook is thinner than the older version."
"This laptop is more powerful than the one I had before."
"The battery life on this model is the best I've seen."
2. Education:
Comparing schools or universities:
"Harvard is more prestigious than the local college."
"The faculty at this university is better qualified than at others."
"The student-to-teacher ratio here is lower than at most institutions."
Comparing academic performance:
"She's a better student than her brother."
"His grades are higher than mine."
"She's the most intelligent student in our class."
3. Travel:
Comparing destinations:
"Paris is more romantic than London."
"The beaches in Hawaii are the most beautiful in the world."
"This hotel is cheaper than the one we stayed at last time."
Comparing modes of transportation:
"Flying is faster than driving."
"Taking the train is more comfortable than the bus."
"Walking is the healthiest option but also the slowest."
4. Food:
Comparing restaurants:
"The Italian restaurant downtown is better than the one on Main Street."
"The pizza here is the best I've ever had."
"The service at this place is worse than at the cafe next door."
Comparing dishes:
"The spaghetti carbonara is tastier than the lasagna."
"The chocolate cake is more decadent than the cheesecake."
"The vegan burger is just as delicious as the beef burger."
5. Entertainment:
Comparing movies or TV shows:
"The new superhero movie is more action-packed than the one we saw last week."
"This TV series is more addictive than any I've watched before."
"The acting in this film is better than in the sequel."
Comparing music:
"The latest album by this artist is the best so far."
"Their live performances are more energetic than their studio recordings."
"This song is catchier than their previous hits."
6. Work/Career:
Comparing job opportunities:
"The job offer from this company is better than the one I received last month."
"The salary at my current job is higher than at my previous one."
"The benefits package here is the most comprehensive I've seen."
Comparing colleagues:
"She's more efficient than her co-worker."
"He's the best programmer on the team."
"Sarah is the most reliable employee in the department."
Using these phrases and adjectives tailored to specific conversation topics can enhance your ability to compare effectively in various contexts.