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### Polite vs. Politer

In the English language, the comparative form of adjectives is used to compare two things, while the superlative form is used to compare three or more. The word "polite" is an adjective that describes someone or something as showing good manners or being considerate.

When it comes to comparing politeness between two things or people, we use "more polite" or "politer". Both forms are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. Let's delve into the details:

More Polite
- "More polite" is the comparative form of the adjective "polite" and is used to compare two things or people.
- It is the standard comparative form and is widely accepted in both American and British English.
- It is often used in formal writing and speech.

Politer
- "Politer" is also a comparative form of "polite", but it is less common than "more polite".
- It is more frequently used in spoken English and informal contexts.
- Some style guides prefer "more polite" over "politer", especially in formal writing.

Usage Notes
- Both "more polite" and "politer" are grammatically correct and can be used interchangeably in most situations.
- The choice between the two often comes down to personal preference, the style of the writing, and the audience.
- It is important to be consistent in your use of comparative forms throughout your writing or speech.

Examples
- "She was more polite than her friend." (formal and widely accepted)
- "He was politer than his colleague." (informal and less common)

In conclusion, while both "more polite" and "politer" are correct, "more polite" is generally considered more formal and is the preferred choice in most contexts. However, "politer" is still acceptable and can be used in informal situations or when a more concise form is desired.

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Usage notes. The one-word comparative form politer and superlative form politest exist, but are less common than their two-word counterparts more polite and most polite.read more >>