võrdluslikust

Võrdluslikust is an Estonian grammatical concept referring to the comparative degree of adjectives and adverbs. It indicates a comparison between two or more entities, suggesting that one possesses a quality to a greater extent than another. This is distinct from the superlative degree, which indicates the highest degree of a quality among three or more entities.

In Estonian, the comparative degree is typically formed by adding the suffix -m to the adjective or adverb. For example, the adjective "suur" (big) becomes "suurem" (bigger) in the comparative form. Similarly, the adverb "kiiresti" (quickly) can become "kiiremini" (more quickly). The choice between -m and -mini often depends on whether the base word is an adjective or an adverb, though there are exceptions and irregularities.

The comparative form is used in sentences to highlight differences. For instance, "See maja on suurem kui eelmine" translates to "This house is bigger than the previous one." The comparative degree is a fundamental aspect of Estonian grammar, allowing for nuanced expression of qualities and their relative intensities. It plays a crucial role in constructing complex sentences and making precise comparisons.