could you mind answering the following sentences and tell me which expression is grammatically proved to be correct or both in comparison: 1.Sherry is cleverer than Sterry 2.Sterry is more clever than Sherry
Both are correct.
The first sentence is correct. Since some two-syllable words add -er and others use "more," the best way of finding the comparative or superlative form is to look up the root word in a dictionary.
http://dictionary.reference.com/
Thank you very much for a quick response
Both the expressions have been proved to be right as more clever and most clever have also been accepted alongwith cleverer than and the cleverest
Correct. =)
could any one please answer my query and answer accordingly 1. None of my friends have come 2. None of my friends has come
Sure! Let's analyze the two sentences:
1. "Sherry is cleverer than Sterry."
2. "Sterry is more clever than Sherry."
Both sentences are comparing the levels of cleverness between two people, Sherry and Sterry.
When it comes to the comparative form of adjectives (such as "clever"), there are two main structures that can be used:
Structure 1: adjective + "-er" + "than"
Structure 2: "more" + adjective + "than"
Let's break down each sentence:
1. "Sherry is cleverer than Sterry."
This sentence uses Structure 1, where the adjective "clever" is modified by adding "-er" to the end, followed by "than." So, "cleverer" is the comparative form of "clever." This structure is grammatically correct and commonly used.
2. "Sterry is more clever than Sherry."
This sentence uses Structure 2, where the adjective "clever" is modified by adding "more" before it, followed by "than." So, "more clever" is the comparative form of "clever." This structure is also grammatically correct and widely used, especially when the adjective has more than two syllables.
Both sentences are grammatically correct, but there is a slight difference in usage. Structure 1 is usually used for adjectives with one or two syllables (e.g., tall, short, big). Structure 2 is used for adjectives with three or more syllables (e.g., intelligent, beautiful, wonderful), but it can also be used for all adjectives regardless of the number of syllables.
So, to answer your question, both sentences are grammatically correct. The choice of structure depends on personal preference and the specific adjective being compared.