Learn how to use the comparative “bigger” and superlative “biggest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “biguttate”?

The comparative form of “biguttate” is “bigger”.

Example

The elephant is bigger than the mouse.

Example

This house is bigger than the one next door.

What is the superlative form of “biguttate”?

The superlative form of “biguttate” is “biggest”.

Example

Among all the fruits, the watermelon is the biggest.

Example

The skyscraper is known for being the biggest building in the city.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with big, bigger, and biggest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more big' and 'most big' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, bigger and biggest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Big does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Big → Bigger Superlative: Big → Biggest

Expressions with similar meanings to “bigger”

larger

Used to describe something that is bigger in size or scale

Example

The larger suitcase can hold more clothes.

greater

Used to indicate something that is bigger in quantity or degree

Example

She has a greater amount of knowledge on the subject.

more sizable

A slightly formal way of expressing increased size

Example

The more sizable building can accommodate more people.

Expressions with similar meanings to “biggest”

largest

Similar to biggest, this emphasizes both size and scale

Example

The blue whale is the largest animal on Earth.

greatest

Used to describe the highest level of size or quantity

Example

He has the greatest number of books in his collection.

most sizable

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of size

Example

The most sizable stadium can hold over 100,000 spectators.

Using than with comparative “bigger”

When using the comparative form bigger to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The elephant is bigger than the mouse." Here, than is used to show that the size of the elephant is greater than the size of the mouse.

How can I use this expression in context?

“bigger” and “biggest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Objects

  The new TV is bigger than the old one.

  The new TV is bigger than the old one.

• 2. Animals

  The lion is bigger than the tiger.

  The lion is bigger than the tiger.

• 3. Buildings

  The skyscraper is the biggest in the city.

  The skyscraper is the biggest in the city.

• 4. Quantities

  He has the biggest collection of stamps.

  He has the biggest collection of stamps.

• 5. Achievements

  Winning the championship was his biggest accomplishment.

  Winning the championship was his biggest accomplishment.

Related idioms and phrases

Go big or go home

To do something in a big or extravagant way, or not do it at all.

Example

If you're going to throw a party, you might as well go big or go home.

Big fish in a small pond

Someone who is important or successful within a limited context.

Example

He was a big fish in a small pond at his previous company, but now he's just one of many employees.

Make a big deal out of something

To treat something as more important or significant than it really is.

Example

She tends to make a big deal out of minor issues.