Learn how to use the comparative “richer” and superlative “richest” 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 “richt”?

The comparative form of “richt” is “richer”.

Example

He is richer than his brother.

Example

She became richer after winning the lottery.

What is the superlative form of “richt”?

The superlative form of “richt” is “richest”.

Example

Among all the businessmen, he is the richest.

Example

The Forbes list includes the richest people in the world.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

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

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

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

Expressions with similar meanings to “richer”

Used to describe someone who has more wealth or possessions

Example

The wealthier family lived in a mansion.

A slightly formal way of expressing increased wealth

Example

The more affluent neighborhoods have larger houses and nicer amenities.

better-off

Used to describe someone who is in a more favorable financial situation

Example

After getting a promotion, he was better-off financially.

Expressions with similar meanings to “richest”

Similar to richest, this emphasizes both wealth and possessions

Example

The wealthiest individuals own multiple properties and luxury cars.

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of wealth

Example

The most affluent neighborhoods have gated communities and private golf courses.

best-off

Used to describe someone who is in the most favorable financial situation

Example

The CEO of the company is definitely the best-off among all employees.

Using than with comparative “richer”

When using the comparative form richer to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He is richer than his friend." Here, than is used to show that the wealth of 'he' is greater than the wealth of his friend.

How can I use this expression in context?

“richer” and “richest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Personal Finances

    His bank account is richer after receiving a large inheritance.

    His bank account is richer after receiving a large inheritance.

  • 2Business

    The company's profits made the shareholders richer.

    The company's profits made the shareholders richer.

  • 3Society

    The richest individuals often donate to charity.

    The richest individuals often donate to charity.

  • 4Economy

    The country with the richest GDP is considered the most prosperous.

    The country with the richest GDP is considered the most prosperous.

  • 5Luxury

    The richest people can afford to buy expensive yachts and mansions.

    The richest people can afford to buy expensive yachts and mansions.

Related idioms and phrases

Money talks

Refers to the power and influence that money can have.

Example

In the business world, money talks and can open doors.

Filthy rich

Describing someone who is extremely wealthy.

Example

The movie star is filthy rich and lives in a mansion.

Rolling in dough

To have a lot of money.

Example

After winning the lottery, she was rolling in dough.

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