DEGREE OF COMPARISON - MATERI BAHASA INGGRIS KELAS 8

Summary

The video script provided by Wika introduces the concept of the degree of comparison in English grammar. It explains the three forms: positive, comparative, and superlative degrees. The positive degree is used to state equality, as illustrated with John and Tony's equal height of 170 cm. The comparative degree, used for comparing two entities, is often followed by the word 'and' and functions as a comparison to someone or something. For adjectives ending in 'y', the letter is dropped, and 'ier' is added, while for those with one or two syllables, 'er' is appended. The superlative degree is employed when comparing three or more items within a sentence, selecting the most outstanding one. For single-syllable adjectives, 'est' is added, and for longer adjectives, 'the most' is prefixed. Irregular adjectives have unique rules for forming the comparative and superlative degrees. The script is educational, providing clear examples and making complex grammar concepts accessible.

Takeaways

• 📚 The concept of 'degree of comparison' is used to compare things and is divided into three types: positive, comparative, and superlative degree.
• 🔍 Positive degree is used to state that two things are equal in some aspect, often marked with the word 'as' (e.g., 'as tall as').
• 📈 Comparative degree is used to compare two things and show a difference, typically followed by the word 'than' (e.g., 'taller than').
• 🏆 Superlative degree is used to compare three or more things and identify the most outstanding one (e.g., 'the tallest').
• ✍️ For adjectives with one or two syllables, the comparative form is often made by adding '-er' to the end (e.g., 'clever' becomes 'cleverer').
• 🚫 If an adjective ends with 'y', the 'y' is replaced with 'i' before adding '-er' or '-est' (e.g., 'happy' becomes 'happier').
• 📉 For adjectives with more than two syllables, 'more' is placed before the adjective for the comparative form (e.g., 'more interesting').
• 🔑 The superlative form for adjectives with one syllable or two is made by adding 'the-est' (e.g., 'smartest') or 'the most-' for adjectives with three or more syllables (e.g., 'the most beautiful').
• 🤔 Irregular adjectives, which do not follow the standard '-er' and '-est' rule, have their own unique forms for comparative and superlative degrees (e.g., 'good' becomes 'better' and 'best').
• 📊 Comparative degree can be used to compare two items on a particular characteristic, such as height or price (e.g., 'the blue t-shirt is more expensive than the pencil case').
• 🏷️ Superlative degree is used when you want to single out one item as the most extreme among three or more, often in the same category (e.g., 'the tiger is the most dangerous of them all').

Q & A

What is the topic of the lesson presented by Wika?

The topic of the lesson is about the degree of comparison in English grammar.

What are the three types of degrees of comparison mentioned in the script?

The three types of degrees of comparison mentioned are positive degree, comparative degree, and superlative degree.

How is the positive degree used in a sentence?

The positive degree is used when stating that two things or people have the same quality, often marked with the word 'as'.

What is the function of the word 'and' in comparative sentences?

In comparative sentences, 'and' is used to connect the subject with the object of comparison.

How do you form the comparative degree for adjectives ending with 'y'?

For adjectives ending with 'y', the 'y' is replaced with 'i' and 'er' is added to form the comparative degree.

Can you provide an example of a sentence using the comparative degree?

An example of a sentence using the comparative degree is 'Dolphins are cleverer than pandas.'

What is the role of the word 'more' in forming the comparative degree?

The word 'more' is used before an adjective with two or more syllables to form the comparative degree.

How do you identify a superlative degree sentence?

A superlative degree sentence is identified by the use of the definite article 'the' followed by the adjective with 'est' or 'most' added to it.

What is the difference between regular and irregular adjectives in terms of forming comparative and superlative degrees?

Regular adjectives follow a specific pattern by adding 'er' for comparative and 'est' for superlative. Irregular adjectives, however, have their own unique forms for comparative and superlative degrees that do not follow the standard pattern.

How is the superlative degree used in a sentence?

The superlative degree is used to compare three or more items within a sentence and identify the one that stands out the most, often marked with 'the most' or 'the least' before the adjective.

What is the significance of using the definite article 'the' in superlative sentences?

The definite article 'the' is used in superlative sentences to specify the particular person, place, thing, or idea that is being singled out as the highest or lowest in the comparison.

Can you give an example of an irregular adjective and its comparative and superlative forms?

An example of an irregular adjective is 'good'. Its comparative form is 'better' and its superlative form is 'best'.