Cool MateMeaning of Longer
Being of greater length or duration compared to something else.
In simple words: Having more length or time than something else.
Longer in a sentence
- This road is longer than the one we took yesterday.
- My new phone has a longer battery life than my old one.
- You should write a longer essay for better marks.
- It seems like the days are getting longer as summer approaches.
- She wants to make a longer presentation next time.
How to use Longer
Use 'longer' to compare lengths or durations. It's appropriate in most situations but avoid in overly formal writing.
Grammar pattern
longer + than + object
Memory hint
Think of a really long line at a theme park—it's 'longer' than a normal line.
Related words
Collocations with Longer
- longer duration
- longer story
- longer version
- longer wait
Synonyms for Longer
- lengthier
- extended
- prolonged
- stretched
Opposites of Longer
- shorter
Common mistakes with Longer
- Confusing 'longer' with 'more long', which is incorrect.
- Using 'longer' without a comparison, such as 'longer than'.
Longer appears in
Longer in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أطول
له طول أو وقت أكثر من شيء آخر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
লম্বা
অন্য কিছুর চেয়ে বেশি লম্বা বা বেশি সময়।
- GermanDeutsch
Länger
Hat mehr Länge oder Zeit als etwas anderes.
- SpanishEspañol
Más largo
Que tiene más longitud o tiempo que otra cosa.
- Persianفارسی
بلندتر
طولانیتر یا زمانبرتر از چیز دیگر بودن.
- FrenchFrançais
Plus long
Qui a plus de longueur ou de temps que quelque chose d'autre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लंबा
किसी और चीज़ से ज़्यादा लंबा या ज़्यादा समय का होना।
- ItalianItaliano
Più lungo
Che ha più lunghezza o tempo di qualcos'altro.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Mais longo, Mais comprido
Ter mais comprimento ou tempo do que outra coisa.
- RussianРусский
Длиннее, дольше
Имеет больше длины или времени, чем что-то другое.
- Urduاردو
لمبا
کسی چیز سے زیادہ لمبائی یا وقت کا ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
更长
比别的东西更长或时间更久。
More words like Longer
- Thank you very much
An expression of gratitude or appreciation.
- You did a wonderful job
You performed excellently or admirably.
- We did it
A phrase expressing success in completing a task or goal.
- For a moment
During a brief period of time.
- You've listened to
You have heard something previously.
- Murder in the first degree
A type of murder involving premeditation and planning.
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Frequently asked questions about Longer
What does Longer mean?
Having more length or time than something else.
What is the definition of Longer?
Being of greater length or duration compared to something else.
How do you use Longer in a sentence?
This road is longer than the one we took yesterday.
Can you give another example of Longer?
My new phone has a longer battery life than my old one.
What are synonyms for Longer?
Common alternatives include lengthier, extended, prolonged, stretched.
What is the opposite of Longer?
Opposite meanings include shorter.
What words go with Longer?
It commonly pairs with longer duration, longer story, longer version, longer wait.
What are common mistakes when using Longer?
Confusing 'longer' with 'more long', which is incorrect. Using 'longer' without a comparison, such as 'longer than'.
How do you pronounce Longer?
US: //ˈlɔːŋɡər//, UK: //ˈlɒŋɡər//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Longer?
Use 'longer' to compare lengths or durations. It's appropriate in most situations but avoid in overly formal writing.