Word
cheaper
Phoneticscheap·er, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈtʃipɝ/
UK/tʃˈiːpɐ/
Definition
adj. costing less money than something else. You use this when comparing the price of two items.
adj. the comparative form of cheap, indicating a lower price or cost relative to another item or a previous state.
Examples
“This blue shirt is cheaper than the red one.”
“Buying groceries in bulk is often cheaper in the long run, even if the initial cost seems high.”
“While the initial investment in solar panels is significant, the long-term energy costs are substantially cheaper than relying solely on the traditional power grid.”
Examples
simple
“This blue shirt is cheaper than the red one.”
contextual
“Buying groceries in bulk is often cheaper in the long run, even if the initial cost seems high.”
complex
“While the initial investment in solar panels is significant, the long-term energy costs are substantially cheaper than relying solely on the traditional power grid.”
Usage
The comparative form of the adjective 'cheap'; typically followed by 'than' when making a direct comparison.
Pitfall
This is more cheaper.
This is cheaper.
Learners often use 'more' with comparative adjectives that already end in '-er'. 'Cheaper' is a one-syllable adjective and does not take 'more'.
Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A1 MoversIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.2.0–3.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 1.0–1.50–23TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.120–224
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- A1 · Beginner
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