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In the previous lesson, we learned about adjectives and how they are used in Modern Greek. We discovered that adjectives are words that describe or modify nouns, giving us more information about them. We also learned about the agreement between adjectives and nouns in terms of gender, number, and case.
Welcome, dear students, to our exciting exploration of comparative and superlative adjectives in Modern Greek! Understanding how to express comparisons is essential in any language, and today, we will delve into the world of adjectives that help us describe things in relation to one another. This lesson is a stepping stone to enhance your descriptive abilities in Greek and will equip you with the tools to express yourself more effectively.


In this lesson, we will continue our exploration of adjectives and focus specifically on comparative and superlative adjectives. Comparative adjectives are used to compare two or more things, while superlative adjectives are used to describe the highest degree of a quality. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to form and use comparative and superlative adjectives in Modern Greek.
In Modern Greek, adjectives change form to show comparisons. Just as in English, we use comparative adjectives to compare two entities and superlative adjectives to express the highest degree of a quality among three or more entities. Mastering these forms will not only enrich your vocabulary but also give you a deeper understanding of the language's structure.
 
This lesson is part of our broader course titled "Complete 0 to A1 Modern Greek (1453-) Course." In this lesson, we will cover:
 
1. Understanding Comparatives and Superlatives
 
2. How to Form Comparative Adjectives
 
3. How to Form Superlative Adjectives
 
4. Examples of Comparative and Superlative Adjectives
 
5. Practice Exercises to Reinforce Your Learning


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=== Understanding Comparatives and Superlatives ===
To begin with, let's clarify what comparatives and superlatives are:
* '''Comparative Adjectives''': These adjectives compare two things, indicating that one has more or less of a quality than the other. For example, in English, we say "bigger" to compare the size of two objects.
* '''Superlative Adjectives''': These adjectives express the highest degree of a quality among three or more things. For instance, "the biggest" indicates that something is larger than all others in a group.
=== How to Form Comparative Adjectives ===
In Modern Greek, comparative adjectives are typically formed by adding the prefix "πιο" (pio, meaning "more") before the adjective. Here’s how it works:
1. '''Regular Adjectives''':
* For most adjectives, simply add "πιο" before the adjective.
'''Example''':
* καλός (kalós - good) → πιο καλός (pio kalós - better)
2. '''Irregular Adjectives''':
* Some adjectives have unique forms.
'''Example''':
* κακός (kakós - bad) → χειρότερος (cheiróteros - worse)
Let’s look at a table for clarity:
{| class="wikitable"
! Modern Greek (1453-) !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| καλός || kalós || good
|-
| πιο καλός || pio kalós || better
|-
| κακός || kakós || bad
|-
| χειρότερος || cheiróteros || worse
|-
| μεγάλο || megálo || big
|-
| πιο μεγάλο || pio megálo || bigger
|-
| μικρός || mikrós || small
|-
| πιο μικρός || pio mikrós || smaller
|-
| γρήγορος || grígoros || fast
|-
| πιο γρήγορος || pio grígoros || faster
|}
=== How to Form Superlative Adjectives ===
Superlative adjectives in Modern Greek are formed by using the prefix "ο πιο" (o pio, meaning "the most") before the adjective. Here’s how to formulate them:
1. '''Regular Adjectives''':
* For most adjectives, use "ο πιο" before the adjective.
'''Example''':
* καλός (kalós - good) → ο πιο καλός (o pio kalós - the best)
2. '''Irregular Adjectives''':
* Some adjectives also have unique forms in the superlative case.
'''Example''':
* κακός (kakós - bad) → ο χειρότερος (o cheiróteros - the worst)
Here’s a table for better understanding:
{| class="wikitable"
! Modern Greek (1453-) !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| καλός || kalós || good
|-
| ο πιο καλός || o pio kalós || the best
|-
| κακός || kakós || bad
|-
| ο χειρότερος || o cheiróteros || the worst
|-
| μεγάλο || megálo || big
|-
| ο πιο μεγάλο || o pio megálo || the biggest
|-
| μικρός || mikrós || small
|-
| ο πιο μικρός || o pio mikrós || the smallest
|-
| γρήγορος || grígoros || fast
|-
| ο πιο γρήγορος || o pio grígoros || the fastest
|}
=== Examples of Comparative and Superlative Adjectives ===
Now that we understand how to form comparatives and superlatives, let’s look at more examples to solidify your grasp of these concepts.
== Comparative Examples
1. '''ψηλός (psilós - tall)''' → '''πιο ψηλός (pio psilós - taller)'''
2. '''όμορφος (ómorfos - handsome)''' → '''πιο όμορφος (pio ómorfos - more handsome)'''
3. '''καλύτερος (kalýteros - better)''' → '''πιο καλύτερος (pio kalýteros - better)'''
4. '''γλυκός (glykós - sweet)''' → '''πιο γλυκός (pio glykós - sweeter)'''
5. '''δυνατός (dynatós - strong)''' → '''πιο δυνατός (pio dynatós - stronger)'''
== Superlative Examples
1. '''ψηλός (psilós - tall)''' → '''ο πιο ψηλός (o pio psilós - the tallest)'''
2. '''όμορφος (ómorfos - handsome)''' → '''ο πιο όμορφος (o pio ómorfos - the most handsome)'''
3. '''καλύτερος (kalýteros - better)''' → '''ο καλύτερος (o kalýteros - the best)'''
4. '''γλυκός (glykós - sweet)''' → '''ο πιο γλυκός (o pio glykós - the sweetest)'''
5. '''δυνατός (dynatós - strong)''' → '''ο πιο δυνατός (o pio dynatós - the strongest)'''
Here are the comparative and superlative forms in a table:
{| class="wikitable"
! Modern Greek (1453-) !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| ψηλός || psilós || tall
|-
| πιο ψηλός || pio psilós || taller
|-
| ο πιο ψηλός || o pio psilós || the tallest
|-
| όμορφος || ómorfos || handsome
|-
| πιο όμορφος || pio ómorfos || more handsome
|-
| ο πιο όμορφος || o pio ómorfos || the most handsome
|-
| γλυκός || glykós || sweet
|-
| πιο γλυκός || pio glykós || sweeter
|-
| ο πιο γλυκός || o pio glykós || the sweetest
|-
| δυνατός || dynatós || strong
|-
| πιο δυνατός || pio dynatós || stronger
|-
| ο πιο δυνατός || o pio dynatós || the strongest
|}
=== Practice Exercises ===
Now that we've covered the theory, it's time for some practice! Below are some exercises designed to help you reinforce what you've learned about comparative and superlative adjectives in Modern Greek.
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
Fill in the blanks with the correct comparative form of the given adjectives.
1. Αυτό το βιβλίο είναι ______ (καλός).
2. Η Μαρία είναι ______ (ψηλός) από τον Γιάννη.
3. Αυτό το παγωτό είναι ______ (γλυκός) από το άλλο.
'''Answers:'''
1. πιο καλό
2. πιο ψηλή
3. πιο γλυκό
==== Exercise 2: Choose the Correct Form ====
Choose the correct comparative or superlative form from the options provided.
1. Ο Νίκος είναι ο ______ (καλύτερος / πιο καλός) μαθητής στην τάξη.
2. Αυτή η ταινία είναι ______ (πιο ενδιαφέρουσα / ενδιαφέρουσα) από την άλλη.
3. Αυτό το αυτοκίνητο είναι το ______ (πιο γρήγορο / πιο γρήγορος) στην αγορά.
'''Answers:'''
1. καλύτερος
2. πιο ενδιαφέρουσα
3. πιο γρήγορο
==== Exercise 3: Translation ====
Translate the following sentences into Modern Greek.
1. She is smarter than him.
2. This is the best cake.
3. He is faster than his brother.
'''Answers:'''
1. Αυτή είναι πιο έξυπνη από αυτόν.
2. Αυτό είναι το καλύτερο κέικ.
3. Αυτός είναι πιο γρήγορος από τον αδελφό του.
==== Exercise 4: Matching ====
Match the adjectives with their comparative and superlative forms.
| Adjective | Comparative | Superlative |
|-----------|-------------|-------------|
| μικρός    | ______      | ______      |
| μεγάλο    | ______      | ______      |
| όμορφος  | ______      | ______      |
'''Answers:'''
| Adjective | Comparative | Superlative |
|-----------|-------------|-------------|
| μικρός    | πιο μικρός  | ο πιο μικρός |
| μεγάλο    | πιο μεγάλο  | ο πιο μεγάλο |
| όμορφος  | πιο όμορφος | ο πιο όμορφος |
==== Exercise 5: Create Your Own Sentences ====
Using the adjectives provided, create your own sentences in Greek.
1. καλός
2. γλυκός
3. γρήγορος
'''Example Answers:'''
1. Αυτός είναι ο πιο καλός φίλος μου.
2. Το γλυκό είναι πιο γλυκό από το άλλο.
3. Ο Γιώργος είναι πιο γρήγορος από τον φίλο του.
==== Exercise 6: Rewrite the Sentences ====


== Forming Comparative Adjectives ==
Rewrite the following sentences using the comparative or superlative form.


To form the comparative degree of adjectives in Modern Greek, we generally add the suffix "τερος" (-teros) to the adjective's stem. The stem is the part of the adjective that remains constant, while the ending can change depending on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies.
1. This book is good.


Let's look at some examples:
2. She is beautiful.


* Ψηλός (psilós) - Tall
3. This car is fast.
  * Comparative: Ψηλότερος (psilóteros) - Taller
* Γρήγορος (grígoros) - Fast
  * Comparative: Γρηγορότερος (grigoróteros) - Faster
* Καλός (kalós) - Good
  * Comparative: Καλύτερος (kalýteros) - Better


As you can see, the suffix "τερος" (-teros) is added to the stem of the adjective to form the comparative degree. It is important to note that the ending of the comparative adjective must agree with the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. We will explore this further in the next section.
'''Answers:'''


== Agreeing with Gender, Number, and Case ==
1. Αυτό το βιβλίο είναι πιο καλό.


Just like with regular adjectives, comparative adjectives must agree with the gender, number, and case of the noun they modify. This means that the ending of the comparative adjective will change depending on these factors.
2. Αυτή είναι πιο όμορφη.


Let's take a look at some examples:
3. Αυτό το αυτοκίνητο είναι πιο γρήγορο.


* Ψηλότερος (psilóteros) - Taller (masculine singular)
==== Exercise 7: Correct the Mistakes ====
  * Ψηλότερη (psilóteri) - Taller (feminine singular)
  * Ψηλότερο (psilótero) - Taller (neuter singular)
  * Ψηλότεροι (psilóteroi) - Taller (masculine plural)
  * Ψηλότερες (psilóteres) - Taller (feminine plural)
  * Ψηλότερα (psilótera) - Taller (neuter plural)


As you can see, the ending of the comparative adjective changes based on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. It is important to pay attention to these changes and ensure that the adjective agrees with the noun.
Identify and correct the mistakes in the following sentences.


== Using Comparative Adjectives ==
1. Ο Πέτρος είναι πιο καλός μαθητής.


Comparative adjectives are used to compare two or more things. In English, we often use the word "than" to make the comparison clear. In Modern Greek, we use the word "από" (apó) followed by the noun or pronoun we are comparing to.
2. Αυτή είναι πιο γλυκός από την αδελφή της.


Let's see some examples:
3. Αυτό το σπίτι είναι ο πιο μεγάλο.


* Ο πύργος είναι ψηλότερος από το σπίτι.
'''Answers:'''
  * The tower is taller than the house.
* Η γάτα είναι γρηγορότερη από το σκυλί.
  * The cat is faster than the dog.
* Το αυτοκίνητο είναι καλύτερο από το ποδήλατο.
  * The car is better than the bicycle.


In these examples, we use the comparative adjective to compare the height, speed, and quality of different objects. We use the word "από" (apó) to indicate the comparison.
1. Ο Πέτρος είναι ο πιο καλός μαθητής.


== Forming Superlative Adjectives ==
2. Αυτή είναι πιο γλυκιά από την αδελφή της.


To form the superlative degree of adjectives in Modern Greek, we generally add the suffix "τος" (-tos) to the adjective's stem. The stem is the part of the adjective that remains constant, while the ending can change depending on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies.
3. Αυτό το σπίτι είναι το πιο μεγάλο.


Let's look at some examples:
==== Exercise 8: Fill in the Gaps ====


* Ψηλός (psilós) - Tall
Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the adjective.
  * Superlative: Ψηλότατος (psilótatos) - Tallest
* Γρήγορος (grígoros) - Fast
  * Superlative: Γρηγορότατος (grigorótatos) - Fastest
* Καλός (kalós) - Good
  * Superlative: Καλύτατος (kalýtatos) - Best


As you can see, the suffix "τος" (-tos) is added to the stem of the adjective to form the superlative degree. Again, it is important to note that the ending of the superlative adjective must agree with the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies.
1. Η Σοφία είναι ______ (όμορφος) από την Έφη.


== Agreeing with Gender, Number, and Case ==
2. Αυτό το μήλο είναι ______ (γλυκός) από το άλλο.


Just like with comparative adjectives, superlative adjectives must agree with the gender, number, and case of the noun they modify. This means that the ending of the superlative adjective will change depending on these factors.
3. Ο Γιάννης είναι ο ______ (καλύτερος) ποδοσφαιριστής.


Let's take a look at some examples:
'''Answers:'''


* Ψηλότατος (psilótatos) - Tallest (masculine singular)
1. πιο όμορφη
  * Ψηλότατη (psilótati) - Tallest (feminine singular)
  * Ψηλότατο (psilótato) - Tallest (neuter singular)
  * Ψηλότατοι (psilótatoi) - Tallest (masculine plural)
  * Ψηλότατες (psilótates) - Tallest (feminine plural)
  * Ψηλότατα (psilótata) - Tallest (neuter plural)


As you can see, the ending of the superlative adjective changes based on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. Pay attention to these changes and ensure that the adjective agrees with the noun.
2. πιο γλυκό


== Using Superlative Adjectives ==
3. καλύτερος


Superlative adjectives are used to describe the highest degree of a quality. In English, we often use the word "the" before the superlative adjective. In Modern Greek, we use the definite article "ο" (o), "η" (i), or "το" (to) followed by the superlative adjective.
==== Exercise 9: Sentence Transformation ====


Let's see some examples:
Transform the sentences into their comparative or superlative forms.


* Ο πύργος είναι ο ψηλότατος.
1. The blue dress is pretty.
  * The tower is the tallest.
* Η γάτα είναι η γρηγορότατη.
  * The cat is the fastest.
* Το αυτοκίνητο είναι το καλύτατο.
  * The car is the best.


In these examples, we use the superlative adjective to describe the highest degree of height, speed, and quality. We use the definite article "ο" (o), "η" (i), or "το" (to) to indicate the superlative.
2. Maria is intelligent.


== Conclusion ==
3. This mountain is high.


In this lesson, we learned how to form and use comparative and superlative adjectives in Modern Greek. We discovered that to form the comparative degree, we generally add the suffix "τερος" (-teros) to the adjective's stem. We also learned that the ending of the comparative adjective must agree with the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. For the superlative degree, we added the suffix "τος" (-tos) to the adjective's stem and again, the ending must agree with the gender, number, and case of the noun. Finally, we explored how to use comparative and superlative adjectives in sentences to make comparisons and describe the highest degree of a quality.
'''Answers:'''


In the next lesson, we will continue our study of adjectives and adverbs in Modern Greek by focusing on forming and using adverbs and adverbial phrases.
1. Το μπλε φόρεμα είναι πιο όμορφο.
 
2. Η Μαρία είναι πιο έξυπνη.
 
3. Αυτό το βουνό είναι το πιο ψηλό.
 
==== Exercise 10: Write a Short Paragraph ====
 
Write a short paragraph using at least three comparative and one superlative adjective.
 
'''Example Answer:'''
 
Η Μαρία είναι πιο ψηλή από τον Γιάννη. Το καλοκαίρι είναι πιο ζεστό από τον χειμώνα. Το καλύτερο μέρος για διακοπές είναι η Κρήτη.
 
Congratulations on completing this lesson on comparative and superlative adjectives in Modern Greek! With practice, you'll be able to navigate these forms with ease and enrich your conversations in Greek. Keep practicing, and don't hesitate to refer back to this lesson as you continue your language journey!


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Modern Greek (1453-) Grammar → Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

Welcome, dear students, to our exciting exploration of comparative and superlative adjectives in Modern Greek! Understanding how to express comparisons is essential in any language, and today, we will delve into the world of adjectives that help us describe things in relation to one another. This lesson is a stepping stone to enhance your descriptive abilities in Greek and will equip you with the tools to express yourself more effectively.

In Modern Greek, adjectives change form to show comparisons. Just as in English, we use comparative adjectives to compare two entities and superlative adjectives to express the highest degree of a quality among three or more entities. Mastering these forms will not only enrich your vocabulary but also give you a deeper understanding of the language's structure.

This lesson is part of our broader course titled "Complete 0 to A1 Modern Greek (1453-) Course." In this lesson, we will cover:

1. Understanding Comparatives and Superlatives

2. How to Form Comparative Adjectives

3. How to Form Superlative Adjectives

4. Examples of Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

5. Practice Exercises to Reinforce Your Learning

Understanding Comparatives and Superlatives[edit | edit source]

To begin with, let's clarify what comparatives and superlatives are:

  • Comparative Adjectives: These adjectives compare two things, indicating that one has more or less of a quality than the other. For example, in English, we say "bigger" to compare the size of two objects.
  • Superlative Adjectives: These adjectives express the highest degree of a quality among three or more things. For instance, "the biggest" indicates that something is larger than all others in a group.

How to Form Comparative Adjectives[edit | edit source]

In Modern Greek, comparative adjectives are typically formed by adding the prefix "πιο" (pio, meaning "more") before the adjective. Here’s how it works:

1. Regular Adjectives:

  • For most adjectives, simply add "πιο" before the adjective.

Example:

  • καλός (kalós - good) → πιο καλός (pio kalós - better)

2. Irregular Adjectives:

  • Some adjectives have unique forms.

Example:

  • κακός (kakós - bad) → χειρότερος (cheiróteros - worse)

Let’s look at a table for clarity:

Modern Greek (1453-) Pronunciation English
καλός kalós good
πιο καλός pio kalós better
κακός kakós bad
χειρότερος cheiróteros worse
μεγάλο megálo big
πιο μεγάλο pio megálo bigger
μικρός mikrós small
πιο μικρός pio mikrós smaller
γρήγορος grígoros fast
πιο γρήγορος pio grígoros faster

How to Form Superlative Adjectives[edit | edit source]

Superlative adjectives in Modern Greek are formed by using the prefix "ο πιο" (o pio, meaning "the most") before the adjective. Here’s how to formulate them:

1. Regular Adjectives:

  • For most adjectives, use "ο πιο" before the adjective.

Example:

  • καλός (kalós - good) → ο πιο καλός (o pio kalós - the best)

2. Irregular Adjectives:

  • Some adjectives also have unique forms in the superlative case.

Example:

  • κακός (kakós - bad) → ο χειρότερος (o cheiróteros - the worst)

Here’s a table for better understanding:

Modern Greek (1453-) Pronunciation English
καλός kalós good
ο πιο καλός o pio kalós the best
κακός kakós bad
ο χειρότερος o cheiróteros the worst
μεγάλο megálo big
ο πιο μεγάλο o pio megálo the biggest
μικρός mikrós small
ο πιο μικρός o pio mikrós the smallest
γρήγορος grígoros fast
ο πιο γρήγορος o pio grígoros the fastest

Examples of Comparative and Superlative Adjectives[edit | edit source]

Now that we understand how to form comparatives and superlatives, let’s look at more examples to solidify your grasp of these concepts.

== Comparative Examples

1. ψηλός (psilós - tall) → πιο ψηλός (pio psilós - taller)

2. όμορφος (ómorfos - handsome) → πιο όμορφος (pio ómorfos - more handsome)

3. καλύτερος (kalýteros - better) → πιο καλύτερος (pio kalýteros - better)

4. γλυκός (glykós - sweet) → πιο γλυκός (pio glykós - sweeter)

5. δυνατός (dynatós - strong) → πιο δυνατός (pio dynatós - stronger)

== Superlative Examples

1. ψηλός (psilós - tall) → ο πιο ψηλός (o pio psilós - the tallest)

2. όμορφος (ómorfos - handsome) → ο πιο όμορφος (o pio ómorfos - the most handsome)

3. καλύτερος (kalýteros - better) → ο καλύτερος (o kalýteros - the best)

4. γλυκός (glykós - sweet) → ο πιο γλυκός (o pio glykós - the sweetest)

5. δυνατός (dynatós - strong) → ο πιο δυνατός (o pio dynatós - the strongest)

Here are the comparative and superlative forms in a table:

Modern Greek (1453-) Pronunciation English
ψηλός psilós tall
πιο ψηλός pio psilós taller
ο πιο ψηλός o pio psilós the tallest
όμορφος ómorfos handsome
πιο όμορφος pio ómorfos more handsome
ο πιο όμορφος o pio ómorfos the most handsome
γλυκός glykós sweet
πιο γλυκός pio glykós sweeter
ο πιο γλυκός o pio glykós the sweetest
δυνατός dynatós strong
πιο δυνατός pio dynatós stronger
ο πιο δυνατός o pio dynatós the strongest

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered the theory, it's time for some practice! Below are some exercises designed to help you reinforce what you've learned about comparative and superlative adjectives in Modern Greek.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct comparative form of the given adjectives.

1. Αυτό το βιβλίο είναι ______ (καλός).

2. Η Μαρία είναι ______ (ψηλός) από τον Γιάννη.

3. Αυτό το παγωτό είναι ______ (γλυκός) από το άλλο.

Answers:

1. πιο καλό

2. πιο ψηλή

3. πιο γλυκό

Exercise 2: Choose the Correct Form[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct comparative or superlative form from the options provided.

1. Ο Νίκος είναι ο ______ (καλύτερος / πιο καλός) μαθητής στην τάξη.

2. Αυτή η ταινία είναι ______ (πιο ενδιαφέρουσα / ενδιαφέρουσα) από την άλλη.

3. Αυτό το αυτοκίνητο είναι το ______ (πιο γρήγορο / πιο γρήγορος) στην αγορά.

Answers:

1. καλύτερος

2. πιο ενδιαφέρουσα

3. πιο γρήγορο

Exercise 3: Translation[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Modern Greek.

1. She is smarter than him.

2. This is the best cake.

3. He is faster than his brother.

Answers:

1. Αυτή είναι πιο έξυπνη από αυτόν.

2. Αυτό είναι το καλύτερο κέικ.

3. Αυτός είναι πιο γρήγορος από τον αδελφό του.

Exercise 4: Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the adjectives with their comparative and superlative forms.

| Adjective | Comparative | Superlative |

|-----------|-------------|-------------|

| μικρός | ______ | ______ |

| μεγάλο | ______ | ______ |

| όμορφος | ______ | ______ |

Answers:

| Adjective | Comparative | Superlative |

|-----------|-------------|-------------|

| μικρός | πιο μικρός | ο πιο μικρός |

| μεγάλο | πιο μεγάλο | ο πιο μεγάλο |

| όμορφος | πιο όμορφος | ο πιο όμορφος |

Exercise 5: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the adjectives provided, create your own sentences in Greek.

1. καλός

2. γλυκός

3. γρήγορος

Example Answers:

1. Αυτός είναι ο πιο καλός φίλος μου.

2. Το γλυκό είναι πιο γλυκό από το άλλο.

3. Ο Γιώργος είναι πιο γρήγορος από τον φίλο του.

Exercise 6: Rewrite the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Rewrite the following sentences using the comparative or superlative form.

1. This book is good.

2. She is beautiful.

3. This car is fast.

Answers:

1. Αυτό το βιβλίο είναι πιο καλό.

2. Αυτή είναι πιο όμορφη.

3. Αυτό το αυτοκίνητο είναι πιο γρήγορο.

Exercise 7: Correct the Mistakes[edit | edit source]

Identify and correct the mistakes in the following sentences.

1. Ο Πέτρος είναι πιο καλός μαθητής.

2. Αυτή είναι πιο γλυκός από την αδελφή της.

3. Αυτό το σπίτι είναι ο πιο μεγάλο.

Answers:

1. Ο Πέτρος είναι ο πιο καλός μαθητής.

2. Αυτή είναι πιο γλυκιά από την αδελφή της.

3. Αυτό το σπίτι είναι το πιο μεγάλο.

Exercise 8: Fill in the Gaps[edit | edit source]

Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the adjective.

1. Η Σοφία είναι ______ (όμορφος) από την Έφη.

2. Αυτό το μήλο είναι ______ (γλυκός) από το άλλο.

3. Ο Γιάννης είναι ο ______ (καλύτερος) ποδοσφαιριστής.

Answers:

1. πιο όμορφη

2. πιο γλυκό

3. καλύτερος

Exercise 9: Sentence Transformation[edit | edit source]

Transform the sentences into their comparative or superlative forms.

1. The blue dress is pretty.

2. Maria is intelligent.

3. This mountain is high.

Answers:

1. Το μπλε φόρεμα είναι πιο όμορφο.

2. Η Μαρία είναι πιο έξυπνη.

3. Αυτό το βουνό είναι το πιο ψηλό.

Exercise 10: Write a Short Paragraph[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph using at least three comparative and one superlative adjective.

Example Answer:

Η Μαρία είναι πιο ψηλή από τον Γιάννη. Το καλοκαίρι είναι πιο ζεστό από τον χειμώνα. Το καλύτερο μέρος για διακοπές είναι η Κρήτη.

Congratulations on completing this lesson on comparative and superlative adjectives in Modern Greek! With practice, you'll be able to navigate these forms with ease and enrich your conversations in Greek. Keep practicing, and don't hesitate to refer back to this lesson as you continue your language journey!

Table of Contents - Modern Greek (1453-) Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Greek Alphabet


Basic Greetings and Phrases


Nouns and Articles


Numbers and Time


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Family and Relationships


Greek Traditions and Customs


Greek History and Geography


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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