One-Word Comparatives
Many adjectives have comparative forms such as μικρότερος and δυνατότερος.
How It Works
Many adjectives have comparative forms such as μικρότερος and δυνατότερος.
These forms agree like adjectives and can take από for the comparison standard. Availability and preferred form vary by adjective; πιο remains a common alternative.
| Greek | Meaning |
|---|---|
| μικρότερο σπίτι | a smaller house |
| Η Άννα είναι ψηλότερη. | Anna is taller. |
| Ο δρόμος είναι στενότερος. | The road is narrower. |
Examples (3)
- μικρότερο σπίτι
a smaller house
- Η Άννα είναι ψηλότερη.
Anna is taller.
- Ο δρόμος είναι στενότερος.
The road is narrower.
How It Connects
Learn This First
Recognize comparative degree and agreement before selecting a superlative or one-word comparative.
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