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Forming comparative adjectives Grammar Exercises for Afrikaans Language
Forming comparative adjectives in Afrikaans is an essential skill for anyone looking to enhance their proficiency in the language. Comparative adjectives are used to compare differences between two entities, whether they are people, objects, or ideas. In Afrikaans, the construction of these adjectives follows a set of straightforward rules, making it accessible for learners at various levels. By mastering comparative adjectives, you will be able to express comparisons more precisely and add depth to your conversations and writings.
Afrikaans comparative adjectives typically involve adding specific suffixes or making slight modifications to the base adjective. Unlike in English, where "more" or "-er" is often added, Afrikaans uses "-er" for most adjectives but also includes some irregular forms that must be memorized. Understanding these patterns is crucial for proper communication and comprehension. Through these exercises, you will practice forming comparative adjectives, learn to recognize irregular forms, and apply these skills in various contexts, ultimately improving your overall command of Afrikaans.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Die appel is *groter* as die lemoen (adjective for size).</p>
<p>2. Hy is *ouer* as sy broer (adjective for age).</p>
<p>3. Hierdie boek is *interessanter* as die vorige een (adjective for interest).</p>
<p>4. My hond is *kleiner* as jou kat (adjective for size).</p>
<p>5. Dit is *warmer* in die somer as in die winter (adjective for temperature).</p>
<p>6. Sy werk is *moeiliker* as myne (adjective for difficulty).</p>
<p>7. Die berg is *hoër* as die heuwel (adjective for height).</p>
<p>8. Hierdie straat is *veiliger* as daardie een (adjective for safety).</p>
<p>9. Sy motor is *vinniger* as myne (adjective for speed).</p>
<p>10. Die see is *dieper* as die swembad (adjective for depth).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Die rooi appel is *groter* as die groen appel (Clue: The red apple is bigger).</p>
<p>2. My huis is *nicer* as joune (Clue: My house is more pleasant).</p>
<p>3. Hy is *sterker* as ek (Clue: He is more powerful).</p>
<p>4. Die nuwe motor is *vinniger* as die ou een (Clue: The new car is faster).</p>
<p>5. Hierdie boek is *interessanter* as daardie een (Clue: This book is more engaging).</p>
<p>6. Sy werk is *minder* stresvol as myne (Clue: Her job is less stressful).</p>
<p>7. Ek voel *gelukkiger* vandag as gister (Clue: I feel more joyful).</p>
<p>8. Die kamer is *warmer* in die somer (Clue: The room is hotter in summer).</p>
<p>9. Sy idees is *meer kreatief* as myne (Clue: Her ideas are more inventive).</p>
<p>10. Hierdie toets is *moeiliker* as die vorige een (Clue: This test is harder).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Die olifant is *groter* as die muis (big).</p>
<p>2. Sy is *ouliker* as haar suster (cute).</p>
<p>3. Die berge is *hoër* as die heuwels (high).</p>
<p>4. Hierdie appel is *lekkerder* as daardie een (tasty).</p>
<p>5. Hy is *sterker* as sy broer (strong).</p>
<p>6. Die nuwe motor is *vinniger* as die ou een (fast).</p>
<p>7. Die boek is *interessanter* as die tydskrif (interesting).</p>
<p>8. Haar hare is *langer* as myne (long).</p>
<p>9. Dit is *kouer* in die winter as in die somer (cold).</p>
<p>10. Hy is *vroliker* vandag as gister (happy).</p>