Learn how to use the comparative “more modern” and superlative “most modern” 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 “moderne”?

The comparative form of “moderne” is “more modern”.

Example

The new smartphone is more modern than the old one.

Example

The updated design is more modern and sleek.

What is the superlative form of “moderne”?

The superlative form of “moderne” is “most modern”.

Example

Among all the models, the latest car is the most modern.

Example

The renovated building is the most modern in the city.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "modern" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more modern" and "most modern" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of modernity.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Modern" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more modern”

Used to describe something that is more current or up-to-date.

Example

The art exhibit showcases more contemporary works of art.

more cutting-edge

Used to indicate that something is more innovative or advanced.

Example

The new technology is more cutting-edge than the previous version.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most modern”

Used to describe something that is the most current or up-to-date.

Example

The fashion show featured the most contemporary designs.

most cutting-edge

Used to indicate that something is the most innovative or advanced.

Example

The research project is the most cutting-edge in the field.

Using than with comparative “more modern”

When using the comparative form "more modern" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new smartphone is more modern than the old one." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of modernity in the "new smartphone" is higher than the level of modernity in the "old one."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more modern” and “most modern” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Technology

    The latest model is more modern than the previous one.

    The latest model is more modern than the previous one.

  • 2Design

    The updated furniture is the most modern in the market.

    The updated furniture is the most modern in the market.

  • 3Architecture

    The new skyscraper is more modern than the surrounding buildings.

    The new skyscraper is more modern than the surrounding buildings.

  • 4Fashion

    The new collection is the most modern in the industry.

    The new collection is the most modern in the industry.

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