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taller

adj.
A1 Beginner US //ˈtɔɫɝ// UK //tˈɔːlɐ// taller

adj. having a greater height than someone or something else. You use this when comparing two people or things to see which one reaches higher.

adj. the comparative form of 'tall', indicating a greater vertical extent or stature than a reference point.


SIMPLE

My brother is much taller than me.

CONTEXTUAL

The new office building is significantly taller than the surrounding houses, offering a clear view of the city.

COMPLEX

While the oak tree is currently taller than the maple, the latter is expected to surpass it in height within the next decade due to its faster growth rate.

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Comparative adjective — typically followed by 'than' when the second subject is mentioned.

Pitfall

He is more taller than his friend.He is taller than his friend.One-syllable adjectives form the comparative by adding '-er'; using 'more' with the '-er' form is a double comparative error.

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