The comparative degree is also formed by the use of the adverb lebeh or ter-lebeh, more, prefixed to the adjective, which is followed by the preposition deri or deri-pada.
Hotter than before— Lebeh panas deri dahulu.
Sweeter than honey— Lebeh manis deri gula.
It is better to go than to remain— Ter-lebeh baik pergi deri-pada tinggal.
The adverb lagi, more, is sometimes used instead of lebeh.
You must make it larger— Mahu buat besar lagi.
This is better— Ini lagi baik.
Another form of comparison is constructed with the adverb korang, less, prefixed to the adjective; as korang baik, not very good; korang biasa, inexperienced (lit. less accustomed).
The superlative degree is formed in several ways: First, by making a comparison of universal application; as—
This is the best (lit. this is better than all)— Baik ini deri sumua.