What is the comparative form of “puir”?
The comparative form of “puir” is “poorer”.Example
He is poorer than his brother.
Example
The village is poorer now than it was before the war.
What is the superlative form of “puir”?
The superlative form of “puir” is “poorest”.Example
Among all the students, she is the poorest.
Example
The slum is known for being the poorest neighborhood in the city.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with poor, poorer, and poorest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more poor' and 'most poor' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, poorer and poorest are the correct and preferred forms to use.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
Puir does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Puir → Poorer Superlative: Puir → Poorest
Expressions with similar meanings to “poorer”
Example
After losing his job, he became less wealthy.
Used to describe someone who is extremely poor and lacking basic necessities
Example
The homeless man was destitute and in need of help.
Used to describe a person or community that has been reduced to poverty
Example
The war left the country impoverished and struggling to recover.
Expressions with similar meanings to “poorest”
Example
Out of all her friends, she is the least wealthy.
Example
The refugees were the most destitute and in urgent need of assistance.
A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of poverty
Example
The region affected by the natural disaster was the most impoverished.
Using than with comparative “poorer”
When using the comparative form poorer to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He is poorer than his friend." Here, than is used to show that the wealth of 'he' is less than the wealth of his friend.
How can I use this expression in context?
“poorer” and “poorest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Economic Comparisons
The rich get richer while the poor get poorer.
The rich get richer while the poor get poorer.
- 2Socioeconomic Status
She comes from a poorer background than her classmates.
She comes from a poorer background than her classmates.
- 3Living Conditions
The slums have the poorest living conditions in the city.
The slums have the poorest living conditions in the city.
- 4Income Inequality
The gap between the rich and the poorest continues to widen.
The gap between the rich and the poorest continues to widen.
- 5Global Poverty
Many people in developing countries live in poorer conditions.
Many people in developing countries live in poorer conditions.
Related idioms and phrases
Beggars can't be choosers
When you are in a position of need or dependence, you must accept whatever help or resources are offered, even if they are not ideal.
Example
He didn't like the job offer, but he accepted it anyway because beggars can't be choosers.
Living hand to mouth
To have just enough money to cover basic needs, without any extra for savings or luxuries.
Example
After losing his job, he had to start living hand to mouth.
In dire straits
To be in a very difficult or desperate situation.
Example
The company is in dire straits and may have to declare bankruptcy.
