Learn how to use the comparative “quieter” and superlative “quietest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “quieter”?

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

Example

The library is quieter than the coffee shop.

Example

She spoke quieter than her sister.

What is the superlative form of “quieter”?

The superlative form of “quieter” is “quietest”.

Example

The bedroom is the quietest room in the house.

Example

He is the quietest person I know.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "quiet" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "quieter" and "quietest" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of silence or low volume.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

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

Expressions with similar meanings to “quieter”

more silent

Used to describe something that produces less sound or noise.

Example

The sound of falling snow is more silent than rain.

more hushed

Used to indicate a lower volume or intensity of sound.

Example

The audience became more hushed as the performance began.

Expressions with similar meanings to “quietest”

most silent

Used to describe something that produces the least sound or noise.

Example

The empty room was the most silent place I've ever been.

most hushed

Used to indicate the lowest volume or intensity of sound.

Example

The cathedral was the most hushed place I've ever visited.

Using than with comparative “quieter”

When using the comparative form "quieter" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The library is quieter than the coffee shop." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of quietness in the library is higher than the level of quietness in the coffee shop.

How can I use this expression in context?

“quieter” and “quietest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Places

  The park is quieter than the city center.

  The park is quieter than the city center.

• 2. People

  She is the quietest person in the office.

  She is the quietest person in the office.

• 3. Events

  The night was more hushed than usual.

  The night was more hushed than usual.

• 4. Nature

  The forest is the most silent place I've ever been.

  The forest is the most silent place I've ever been.