〜のほうが〜
〜のほうが〜 means the ... one is more .... It is a JLPT N5 grammar point. This follows a noun and means that this side or choice is more something. If the comparison target is already clear, it can be used without より.
Japanese sources describe it as 「〜のほうが〜」.
〜のほうが〜 examples
お茶のほうが好きです。
I prefer tea.
この本のほうが簡単です。
This book is easier.
〜のほうが〜 exercises
Pick what belongs in the parentheses. The answer is marked below.
わたしはお茶（ ）好きです。
- まで
- しか
- より
- のほうが ✓
I prefer tea.
このくつ（ ）安いです。
- のほうが ✓
- ほど
- だけ
- も
These shoes are cheaper.
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