What is the comparative form of “slow”?
The comparative form of “slow” is “slower”.Example
The turtle is slower than the rabbit.
Example
He walked slower than usual today.
What is the superlative form of “slow”?
The superlative form of “slow” is “slowest”.Example
Among all the animals, the sloth is the slowest.
Example
This is the slowest elevator I've ever been in.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with slow, slower, and slowest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more slow' and 'most slow' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, slower and slowest are the correct and preferred forms to use.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
Slow does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Slow → Slower Superlative: Slow → Slowest
Expressions with similar meanings to “slower”
Example
They took a more leisurely pace during their vacation.
Example
The car was less fast than the others on the highway.
Expressions with similar meanings to “slowest”
Example
The most leisurely stroll through the park took them hours.
Example
Out of all the cars, his was the least fast.
Using than with comparative “slower”
When using the comparative form slower to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He walks slower than his friend." Here, than is used to show that the speed of 'his' walking is lower than the speed of his friend's walking.
How can I use this expression in context?
“slower” and “slowest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Movement
The snail moves slower than the ant.
The snail moves slower than the ant.
- 2Transportation
The old bicycle is slower than the new one.
The old bicycle is slower than the new one.
- 3Technology
The outdated computer runs slower than the modern one.
The outdated computer runs slower than the modern one.
- 4Sports
He finished last and was declared the slowest runner.
He finished last and was declared the slowest runner.
- 5Achievements
His longest time was his slowest accomplishment.
His longest time was his slowest accomplishment.
Related idioms and phrases
Slow and steady wins the race
Taking your time and being consistent will lead to success.
Example
She didn't rush and focused on doing her best. Slow and steady wins the race.
In the slow lane
To be moving or progressing at a slower pace than others.
Example
While others were advancing quickly, he felt like he was stuck in the slow lane.
Snail's pace
To move very slowly.
Example
The traffic was so congested that we were moving at a snail's pace.
