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Syntax in comparative sentences Exercises in Danish language
Mastering the syntax of comparative sentences in Danish is essential for achieving fluency and precision in the language. Comparatives allow speakers to articulate differences and similarities between objects, people, or ideas, making them indispensable for nuanced communication. Danish comparative sentences often employ specific structures and word order that may differ significantly from English, presenting unique challenges and learning opportunities for English speakers. By understanding these syntactical rules, learners can more accurately convey comparisons and enhance their overall command of Danish.
In Danish, forming comparative sentences typically involves the use of comparative adjectives and adverbs, along with specific conjunctions and prepositions. The most common construction for simple comparatives includes adding the suffix "-ere" to adjectives and adverbs, followed by the conjunction "end" (meaning "than") to compare two entities. For example, "større end" translates to "bigger than." Additionally, there are irregular comparatives and superlatives that do not follow the standard pattern and must be memorized separately. Through targeted grammar exercises, learners can practice these structures, reinforce their understanding, and become adept at using comparatives in everyday conversation and writing.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Han er *højere* end sin bror (comparative adjective).</p>
<p>2. Denne bog er *bedre* end den anden (comparative adjective).</p>
<p>3. Hun løber *hurtigere* end mig (comparative adjective).</p>
<p>4. Vejret er *varmere* i dag end i går (comparative adjective).</p>
<p>5. Dette hus er *større* end vores gamle hus (comparative adjective).</p>
<p>6. Denne opgave er *sværere* end den sidste (comparative adjective).</p>
<p>7. Han taler *mere* flydende end hende (comparative adverb).</p>
<p>8. Denne film er *sjovere* end den vi så i går (comparative adjective).</p>
<p>9. Hun er *dygtigere* til matematik end sin søster (comparative adjective).</p>
<p>10. Han er *mere* interesseret i sport end i musik (comparative adverb).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Han er *højere* end sin bror (comparative form of 'high').</p>
<p>2. Denne bog er *bedre* end den anden (comparative form of 'good').</p>
<p>3. Bilen er *dyrere* end cyklen (comparative form of 'expensive').</p>
<p>4. Huset er *større* end lejligheden (comparative form of 'big').</p>
<p>5. Sommeren er *varmere* end vinteren (comparative form of 'warm').</p>
<p>6. Denne film er *mere interessant* end den forrige (comparative form of 'interesting').</p>
<p>7. København er *større* end Århus (comparative form of 'big').</p>
<p>8. Min hund er *venligere* end naboens hund (comparative form of 'friendly').</p>
<p>9. Flyet er *hurtigere* end toget (comparative form of 'fast').</p>
<p>10. Denne opgave er *vanskeligere* end den sidste (comparative form of 'difficult').</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Hun er *større* end sin søster (adjective for "bigger").</p>
<p>2. Denne bog er *mere interessant* end den anden (comparative form for "interesting").</p>
<p>3. Han løber *hurtigere* end mig (comparative form for "fast").</p>
<p>4. Huset er *mindre* end lejligheden (comparative form for "small").</p>
<p>5. Denne film er *bedre* end den første (comparative form for "good").</p>
<p>6. Maden her er *bedre* end på den anden restaurant (comparative form for "good").</p>
<p>7. Hun er *yngre* end sin bror (comparative form for "young").</p>
<p>8. Denne opgave er *sværere* end den forrige (comparative form for "difficult").</p>
<p>9. Det nye program er *mere avanceret* end det gamle (comparative form for "advanced").</p>
<p>10. Han er *taller* end sin far (comparative form for "tall").</p>




