taller
word · lemma: tall
/ˈtɔɫɝ/
TAW-lur
/tˈɔːlɐ/
TAW-luh
Definition
Describes someone or something that has more height than another person or thing. It is the comparative form of 'tall.'
Usage & Nuances
Used to directly compare the height of two or more things. The sentence usually includes 'than' (e.g., 'She is taller than me'). Only used for physical height, not for quantity or age.
Spanish: más altoPortuguese (BR): mais altoPortuguese (PT): mais altoChinese (Simplified): 更高Chinese (Traditional): 更高Hindi: लंबा (से अधिक)Arabic: أطولBengali: উচ্চতরRussian: вышеJapanese: より背が高いVietnamese: cao hơnKorean: 더 키가 큰Turkish: daha uzunUrdu: لمبا ترIndonesian: lebih tinggi
Example Sentences
My brother is taller than me.
basic
This building is taller than that one.
basic
Trees are usually taller than bushes.
basic
I can finally reach the top shelf because I'm taller now.
natural
Do you think Sarah looks taller with those shoes?
natural
If you stand up straight, you’ll look taller in photos.
natural