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Do we say happier or more happy?
“Happier” and “more happy” are both comparative forms of “happy” and mean the same thing, although “more happy” is much less common. We normally use “more” or “most” for comparative and superlative adjectives, respectively, that cannot take a suffix, especially for an adjective with three or more syllables.
Is more happier grammatically correct?
Much happier is correct. Much more happier is not correct. With comparatives, you either have the “er” ending or use the word “more” before the adjective. Much more intelligent.
What is the correct way to write more happy?
There’s nothing at all “wrong” with more happy….2 Answers
- “Happiest” may also be appropriate, depending on context: “I sometimes read novels or nonfiction works, but I am happiest when I am reading poetry.”
- I didn’t use that because the original poster used “more happy” rather than “most happy”.
Is there such a word as happier?
hap·py. 1. Enjoying, showing, or marked by pleasure, satisfaction, or joy.
Can you use more happier?
“Happier” is correct in English because the adjective “happy” ends in “y”. The rule in English is that when you have an adjective that ends in “y”, you need to drop the “y” and add “ier” to make the comparative form. I am happier than you!
Where do we use happier?
Pregnant with Rob, Sophie was happier than she had ever been in her life. I said good night to him feeling a bit happier in the knowledge that Nobby was getting deeper into things himself. Karen was at the dining-room table, putting gesso on some canvases, looking happier than he had seen her in some time.
Can I be more happier?
Give a compliment. Research shows that performing acts of kindness can help you feel more satisfied. Giving a sincere compliment is a quick, easy way to brighten someone’s day while giving your own happiness a boost. Catch the person’s eye and say it with a smile so they know you mean it.
What is the comparative of happier?
The ending -er is used to create the comparative of adjectives and adverbs ending in -y, -le, or -er. For example, happy becomes happier. This applies only to one-syllable adjectives and those that end in -y, -le, or -er and have two syllables, like happy, brittle, or clever.
How do you say more than happy?
- blissful,
- delighted,
- glad,
- joyful,
- joyous,
- jubilant,
- rejoicing,
- tickled.
How many syllables are in happier?
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Could I be more happier meaning?
: to be very happy I couldn’t be happier with the way our new kitchen looks.
Can’t be more happier meaning?
What does it mean to be more than happy?
be delighted, very pleased
to be more than happy to (do something): to be delighted, very pleased (do something) verb, idiom. I would be more than happy to have dinner with you tonight: I have been hoping for years that you would ask me.
How do you divide happy syllables?
Synonyms for happy
- syllable. blithe. glad. pleased. bright. light. up.
- syllables. beaming. buoyant. cheery. content. joyful. lucky. blissful. cheerful. chipper. festive. joyous. upbeat.
- syllables. contented. ebullient. exultant. jovial. on cloud nine. radiant. satisfied. delighted. ecstatic. fortunate. lighthearted. opportune.
- syllables.
Is happy one or two syllables?
Happy (HAP – py) The first syllable (HAP) is stressed. The second syllable (py) is not stressed. You say HAPpy. “HAP” is pronounced more loudly than “py.”
Can you say more than happy?
Perhaps a more precise way of saying it would be “I am happier than happy to help you”, but “more than happy” is a very well established and frequently used turn of phrase. but “happy” is adjective, so why not “I am happier than happiness to help you”? @Tom: Because they are not happier than happiness.
How do you say I would be more than happy to?
I’d be more than willing to assist.
- “I’d love to help.”
- “Certainly.”
- “It would be my pleasure.”
- “You got it.”
- “Not a problem.”
- “Please don’t hesitate to reach out.”
- “At your service.”
- “I’d be more than willing to assist.”
How do you say I’m happy professionally?
Synonyms for “happy” Delighted [dɪla͟ɪtɪd]: We were delighted to see her. Ecstatic [ɪk’stætɪk ]: I’m ecstatic about it! Elated [ɪ’leɪtɪd]: He was elated at the news of her arrival. Glad: I am glad that you have found a job.
Do happier people make more money?
Happy people earn more because they are always improving themselves by learning more, exercising and investing in their future, said Elle Kaplan, CEO, and founder of investment firm LexION Capital. And investing in yourself can boost happiness as well.
Does more money make us happier?
The following story is excerpted from TIME’s special edition, The Science of Happiness, which is available at Amazon. “Whoever said money do with their lives.” Doing things can bring us more
Is happier always better?
Those scoring a ’10’ on the happiness scale are also the most satisfied with their relationships. Varying effects of happiness. What I like about this study is that it begins to show the complexity of happiness: that it can have different effects on different parts of our lives. It also challenges the idea that more happiness is always better.
How can one become a happier person?
– Yoga is a fun way to exercise while lowering stress. Either sign up for a yoga class at a studio near you or pull up some beginner videos on YouTube – Download a guided meditation app and find a nice quiet place to meditate. – Deep-breathing exercises are a great option if you tend to overreact to stress in the moment.