GrammarJLPT N3
compared to
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. compared to
This is a comparison expression meaning "compared to" something else. It is used to contrast two things, such as saying one thing is bigger, cheaper, or better than another. It typically follows a noun and introduces the standard of comparison.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Nights are much quieter here than in Tokyo.

Sentence 2

She said she's not as nervous as last time.

Sentence 3

My friend said, "It's so much easier here compared to my old workplace."

Sentence 4

She said she's gained a lot more confidence than she used to have.

Sentence 5

He stood tall and said he'd grown from who he used to be.