Why is it “mieux”?

Kat U.B2Kwiziq community member

Why is it “mieux”?

Hi, my kwizbot it is telling my that in this example,”Cette maison est bien. - Oui, elle est ________ l'autre.”

the correct answe is “mieux.” Why? Doesn’t mieux modify a verb? Here were modifying a noun (maison), so it should be “meilleur” by all logic, so why is the correct answer “mieux”?

This question relates to:French lesson "Meilleur, mieux, pire / plus mauvais, plus mal = better, best, worse and worst in French (irregular comparatives and superlatives)"

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Jim J.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor

Bonjour Kat,

This aspect of French grammar is quite tricky. I suggest that you have a look at the following link. It will give you a comprehensive overview and provide you with some further support to augment the excellent lesson that you have quoted.

https://www.lawlessfrench.com/grammar/meilleur-vs-mieux/

Bonne continuation

Jim

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Kat U. asked:View original

Why is it “mieux”?

Hi, my kwizbot it is telling my that in this example,”Cette maison est bien. - Oui, elle est ________ l'autre.”

the correct answe is “mieux.” Why? Doesn’t mieux modify a verb? Here were modifying a noun (maison), so it should be “meilleur” by all logic, so why is the correct answer “mieux”?

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