Comparing Gadgets Intermediate Lesson 5 Today we are

Comparing Gadgets Intermediate Lesson 5

Today we are going to learn: • Vocabulary related to gadgets • Comparative degree of adjectives

Gadget a small device or machine

To be a good value = a lot is offered for the money paid Is it a good value? It’s a better value.

To be worth it = to be good value for the price. Is it worth it? It isn’t worth it.

To crash = computer or system suddenly stops working. My computer’s crashed. I need to call IT.

To run smoothly = to function without any problems. All software runs smoothly.

To be compatible = be able to work successfully with something else. Is your phone compatible with this laptop?

Grammar It's a lot more expensive than others. It's far more stylish than … Which is a better value? They are slightly less expensive than …

Short adjectives Long adjectives Big Short Small Cheap expensive more beautiful less stylish practical + er This car is more expensive than that car. This phone is cheaper than that phone.

Big differences Small differences A lot Far + Comparative Much Slightly A bit + Comparative An IPhone is a lot more expensive than others. This make is slightly less expensive than HTC.

Irregular Adjectives Good – better Bad – worse

Compare the following

Compare the following

Quiz Make correct sentences. A BMW is a lot _______ (fast) than a Micra. A Micra is much _______ (easy) to park than a BMW. A Micra is a ______ (good) value. A Nokia is far _____ (cheap) than an IPhone. A Nokia is ______ (compatible) than an IPhone.

Today we have learned: • Vocabulary related to gadgets • Comparative degree of adjectives