leichter
Translation
lighter, easier
Examples
Dieser Koffer ist leichter als der andere.
This suitcase is lighter than the other one.
Das ist ein leichter Test.
This is an easy test.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective-Comparative)) als ...: ... than ... This suitcase is lighter than the other one.
((Adjective)) + Noun: as an adjective before a noun This is an easy test.
Similar Words
Synonyms: einfacher (simpler); Antonyms: schwerer (heavier/harder), schwieriger (more difficult)
Etymology
The comparative of 'leicht' (light/easy), created by adding the suffix '-er'.
Memory Tips
The '-er' ending works just like in English for comparisons (lighter, easier). Note its dual use as a declined form, e.g., 'ein leichter Test' (an easy test).