What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
longer
Example
I can't stay any longer, I have to go. [longer: comparative adjective]
Example
The longer we wait, the more anxious I become. [longer: comparative adverb]
more
Example
I need more time to finish this project. [more: determiner]
Example
The more I practice, the better I become. [more: comparative adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
More is more commonly used than longer in everyday language. More is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while longer is less common and refers specifically to length or duration.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between longer and more?
Both longer and more can be used in formal and informal contexts, but longer may be considered slightly more formal due to its specificity to length or duration.
