older / colder

Grammar notes

Short Adjectives, Short Change (Comparatives: Short Adjectives)

Short adjectives usually make the comparative with -er.

Use this form when you compare two things, people, or places.

The sentence often continues with than.

• Example: A bike is faster than a scooter.
• Example: My bag is lighter than yours.

Quick Rule

• short adjective + -er
• use it to compare two things

Short word, short ending, clear comparison.