Learn how to use the comparative “sweeter” and superlative “sweetest” 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 “honeysweet”?

The comparative form of “honeysweet” is “sweeter”.

Example

The honey from this farm is sweeter than the honey from the other farm.

Example

Her voice became sweeter as she sang the high notes.

What is the superlative form of “honeysweet”?

The superlative form of “honeysweet” is “sweetest”.

Example

Among all the fruits, strawberries are known for being the sweetest.

Example

Her homemade cookies are always the sweetest treats.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

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

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

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

Expressions with similar meanings to “sweeter”

Used to describe something that is even sweeter in a sugary or syrupy way

Example

The dessert was deliciously sweet, but the icing made it more saccharine.

Used to indicate something that has a higher sugar content and therefore tastes sweeter

Example

The soda had a more sugary taste compared to the fruit juice.

Used to describe something that has a rich and sweet flavor like honey

Example

The more honeyed version of the tea had a soothing effect on her throat.

Expressions with similar meanings to “sweetest”

Similar to sweetest, this emphasizes an extremely sweet taste

Example

The cake was so rich and sweet that it was considered the most saccharine dessert.

Used to describe the highest level of sweetness in terms of sugar content

Example

The candy had the most sugary taste out of all the sweets in the jar.

Used to describe the highest level of sweetness resembling honey

Example

The most honeyed version of the drink was a favorite among the guests.

Using than with comparative “sweeter”

When using the comparative form sweeter to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "This apple is sweeter than that one." Here, than is used to show that the sweetness of 'this' apple is greater than the sweetness of 'that' apple.

How can I use this expression in context?

“sweeter” and “sweetest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Food and Drinks

    The ripe mango is sweeter than the unripe one.

    The ripe mango is sweeter than the unripe one.

  • 2Flavors

    The strawberry ice cream is the sweetest flavor.

    The strawberry ice cream is the sweetest flavor.

  • 3Expressions of Love

    He whispered the sweetest words into her ear.

    He whispered the sweetest words into her ear.

  • 4Memories

    That was the sweetest moment of my childhood.

    That was the sweetest moment of my childhood.

  • 5Compliments

    She received the sweetest compliments on her new dress.

    She received the sweetest compliments on her new dress.

Related idioms and phrases

Sugarcoat something

To make something appear more pleasant or less harsh than it actually is.

Example

She tried to sugarcoat the bad news by delivering it with a smile.

Sweet tooth

A strong liking or craving for sweet foods.

Example

He has a sweet tooth and can never resist desserts.

As sweet as honey

Describing someone or something that is exceptionally kind or pleasant.

Example

Her personality is as sweet as honey.

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