Learn how to use the comparative “friendlier” and superlative “friendliest” 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 “friendlier”?

The comparative form of “friendlier” is “friendlier”.

Example

She is friendlier than her sister.

Example

The new neighbor is much friendlier than the previous one.

What is the superlative form of “friendlier”?

The superlative form of “friendlier” is “friendliest”.

Example

Among all the employees, she is considered the friendliest.

Example

The small town is known for having the friendliest residents.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

Most and more can be used with friendly, friendlier, and friendliest to emphasize the degree of friendliness. However, they are not necessary and the regular comparatives and superlatives can be used without them.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Friendly follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: FriendlyFriendlier Superlative: FriendlyFriendliest

Expressions with similar meanings to “friendlier”

Used to describe someone who is more pleasant and easy to get along with

Example

He became more amiable after he started practicing mindfulness.

Used to indicate someone who is more welcoming and kind

Example

The receptionist at the hotel was warmer than expected, making the guests feel at home.

more affable

A slightly formal way of describing someone who is more approachable and friendly

Example

The CEO of the company was surprisingly more affable than his reputation suggested.

Expressions with similar meanings to “friendliest”

Similar to friendliest, this emphasizes someone who is the most pleasant and easy to get along with

Example

Out of all the candidates, she was the most amiable during the interview.

Used to describe someone who is the most welcoming and kind

Example

The teacher received the warmest welcome from her students on the first day of school.

most affable

A slightly formal way of expressing someone who is the most approachable and friendly

Example

The diplomat was known for being the most affable person in the room, always making others feel comfortable.

Using than with comparative “friendlier”

When using the comparative form friendlier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She is friendlier than her sister." Here, than is used to show that the level of friendliness of 'she' is greater than the level of friendliness of her sister.

How can I use this expression in context?

“friendlier” and “friendliest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Social Interactions

    He is friendlier to strangers than he used to be.

    He is friendlier to strangers than he used to be.

  • 2Customer Service

    The staff at the new restaurant is known for being the friendliest in town.

    The staff at the new restaurant is known for being the friendliest in town.

  • 3Relationships

    She has the friendliest personality and easily makes friends.

    She has the friendliest personality and easily makes friends.

  • 4Work Environment

    The team with the friendliest members is the most productive.

    The team with the friendliest members is the most productive.

  • 5Hospitality

    The hotel staff provides the friendliest service to their guests.

    The hotel staff provides the friendliest service to their guests.

Related idioms and phrases

A friend in need is a friend indeed

Someone who helps you when you are in need is a true friend.

Example

When I was going through a difficult time, she was there for me. A friend in need is a friend indeed.

Make friends

To form new friendships or establish connections with others.

Example

When she moved to a new city, she made an effort to make friends with her neighbors.

Bury the hatchet

To make peace or reconcile with someone after a disagreement or conflict.

Example

After years of feuding, the two politicians finally decided to bury the hatchet and work together for the benefit of their constituents.

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