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比较级
bǐjiào jí
comparative degree
这个词的比较级形式是'more beautiful'。
The comparative degree form of this word is 'more beautiful'.
grammar
A grammatical form used to compare two things, typically by adding 'more' or an inflection (e.g., '-er') to an adjective or adverb.
英语中，'big'的比较级是'bigger'。
In English, the comparative degree of 'big' is 'bigger'.
In Chinese, comparatives are often formed using '更 (gèng)' before the adjective.
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Pro Tip
Forming Comparatives in English
In English, regular adjectives form comparatives by adding '-er' (e.g., 'taller') or using 'more' (e.g., 'more beautiful'). Irregular adjectives have unique forms (e.g., 'good' → 'better').
Gold Rule
Comparative vs. Superlative
Use comparatives to compare two things (e.g., 'This is taller than that') and superlatives to compare three or more (e.g., 'This is the tallest').
Word Origin
Derived from '比较 (bǐjiào)' meaning 'to compare' and '级 (jí)' meaning 'degree' or 'level'.
Usage Notes
In English grammar, comparatives are used to compare two items, while superlatives compare three or more. In Chinese, comparatives are often formed using '更 (gèng)' before the adjective.
Word Breakdown
比较
compare
root级
degree
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