What is the comparative form of “famous”?
The comparative form of “famous” is “more famous”.Example
Beyoncé is more famous than most other musicians.
Example
The Eiffel Tower is more famous than any other landmark in Paris.
What is the superlative form of “famous”?
The superlative form of “famous” is “most famous”.Example
Michael Jackson is the most famous pop star of all time.
Example
The Taj Mahal is the most famous monument in India.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "famous" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more famous" and "most famous" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of recognition or popularity.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Famous" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more famous”
more well-known
Used to describe something or someone that is widely recognized or familiar to many people.
Example
The Mona Lisa is more well-known than any other painting in the world.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most famous”
most well-known
Used to describe something or someone that is widely recognized or familiar to the greatest number of people.
Example
The Beatles are the most well-known band in music history.
Using than with comparative “more famous”
When using the comparative form "more famous" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Beyoncé is more famous than most other musicians." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of fame of Beyoncé is higher than the level of fame of most other musicians.
How can I use this expression in context?
“more famous” and “most famous” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1People
Tom Hanks is more famous than his co-stars.
Tom Hanks is more famous than his co-stars.
- 2Places
New York City is the most famous city in the United States.
New York City is the most famous city in the United States.
- 3Events
The Olympics is the most famous sporting event in the world.
The Olympics is the most famous sporting event in the world.
- 4Brands
Coca-Cola is more famous than any other soft drink brand.
Coca-Cola is more famous than any other soft drink brand.
Related idioms and phrases
A household name
Something or someone that is widely known or recognized by most people.
Example
Elvis Presley is a household name in the music industry.
In the limelight
To be the center of attention or public scrutiny.
Example
After winning the award, she was in the limelight for weeks.
