Learn how to use the comparative “finaler” and superlative “finalest” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “final”?

The comparative form of “final” is “finaler”.

Example

This is the finaler version of the report.

Example

John's performance in the final exam was finaler than his previous tests.

What is the superlative form of “final”?

The superlative form of “final” is “finalest”.

Example

Among all the contestants, she had the finalest performance.

Example

The championship game was the finalest event of the season.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

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

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Final does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: FinalFinaler Superlative: FinalFinalest

Expressions with similar meanings to “finaler”

Used to describe something that is the highest or most important

Example

Winning the championship was the ultimate goal for the team.

Used to indicate the final occurrence or position in a series

Example

This is the last chapter of the book.

Used to describe something that brings an end or settles a matter

Example

The DNA evidence was conclusive in solving the crime.

Expressions with similar meanings to “finalest”

Similar to finalest, this emphasizes being the highest or most important

Example

The ultimate winner of the competition received a grand prize.

Used to describe the highest level of occurrence or position in a series

Example

This is the last and finalest episode of the TV series.

Used to describe the highest level of bringing an end or settling a matter

Example

The judge's ruling was conclusive and could not be appealed.

Using than with comparative “finaler”

When using the comparative form finaler to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Her score in the final exam was higher than her previous tests." Here, than is used to show that the score in the final exam is greater than the scores in the previous tests.

How can I use this expression in context?

“finaler” and “finalest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Exams

    His grade in the final exam was finaler than his midterm grades.

    His grade in the final exam was finaler than his midterm grades.

  • 2Performances

    She gave the finalest performance of the night.

    She gave the finalest performance of the night.

  • 3Events

    The closing ceremony was the finalest part of the conference.

    The closing ceremony was the finalest part of the conference.

  • 4Decisions

    The judge's ruling was the finaler decision in the case.

    The judge's ruling was the finaler decision in the case.

  • 5Achievements

    Winning the championship was his finalest accomplishment.

    Winning the championship was his finalest accomplishment.

Related idioms and phrases

Last but not least

Referring to the final item or person in a list, emphasizing its importance

Example

We would like to thank all the participants, and last but not least, our sponsors.

End of the line

Reaching the final point or stage of something

Example

After years of hard work, he finally reached the end of the line and achieved his goal.

Curtain call

The final appearance of performers on stage at the end of a performance to acknowledge applause

Example

The audience gave a standing ovation during the curtain call.

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