Superlatives — Superlativos
Short adjectives: the + adj-est
| Adjective | Superlative | Example |
|---|---|---|
| tall | the tallest | She is the tallest in class. |
| big | the biggest | This is the biggest house. |
| happy | the happiest | He is the happiest person. |
Long adjectives: the most + adj
| Adjective | Superlative | Example |
|---|---|---|
| beautiful | the most beautiful | She is the most beautiful. |
| expensive | the most expensive | This is the most expensive car. |
| interesting | the most interesting | It's the most interesting book. |
Irregular Superlatives
| Adjective | Comparative | Superlative |
|---|---|---|
| good | better | the best |
| bad | worse | the worst |
| far | farther | the farthest |
| much/many | more | the most |
| little | less | the least |
Key: Always use THE
- Mount Everest is the highest mountain.
- She is the best student in the class.
Comparatives vs. Superlatives
| Compare 2 | Compare 3+ |
|---|---|
| She is taller than him. | She is the tallest in class. |
| This is more expensive than that. | This is the most expensive. |