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Here is a list of comparative structures that can be used in both Tasks 1 and 2 of IELTS writing.
1. Basic Comparatives - Expensive clothes are usually more durable than cheap clothes. - In 2020, Germany's exports were higher than France's. 2. Using “as…as” for Equal Comparisons - Cheap clothes are as widely available as expensive clothes. - Renewable energy production in 2015 was nearly as high as fossil fuel usage. 3. Double Comparatives - The cheaper the material is, the more quickly it wears out. - The higher the unemployment rate rose, the sharper the decline in consumer spending became. 4. Comparative Clauses - Expensive clothes are often better designed than what you find in cheaper options. - The UK’s population grew faster than what was predicted in 2005. 5. Superlatives for Comparisons - Designer clothing often provides the best value for money if durability is a priority. - China had the largest share of global manufacturing output in 2020. 6. Comparative Adverbs - Expensive clothes are marketed more aggressively than cheap clothes. - Electric car sales increased more rapidly in Norway than in other European countries. 7. Expressing Degrees of Comparison - Cheap clothes are far less reliable than expensive ones. - Coal consumption dropped significantly more in the US than in India. 8. Contrast Using Subordinators - Although expensive clothes are more stylish, cheap clothes are more affordable. - While urban areas saw a rise in population, rural regions experienced a decline. 9. Emphasizing Similarity or Difference - There is a significant difference between the durability of expensive and cheap clothes. - The gap between male and female employment rates narrowed between 1990 and 2010. 10. Proportionate Comparisons: - Twice as many people preferred online shopping to in-store purchases. 11. Inverted Comparatives: - Not only are expensive clothes more durable, but they also retain value longer.