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"the most common" vs "commonest"

Both 'commonest' and 'the most common' are correct, but 'commonest' is less commonly used in modern English. 'The most common' is more widely accepted and used in both spoken and written English.

Last Updated: April 08, 2024

the most common

This is a widely accepted and commonly used phrase in English.

It is used to describe the superlative form of 'common'.

Examples:

  • This is the most common type of bird in this area.
  • She is the most common person I know.

Alternatives:

  • commonest
  • very common
  • extremely common
  • ubiquitous
  • prevalent

commonest

This is a correct term but less commonly used in modern English.

It is used to describe the superlative form of 'common'.

Examples:

  • This is the commonest type of bird in this area.
  • She is the commonest person I know.

Alternatives:

  • most common
  • very common
  • extremely common
  • ubiquitous
  • prevalent

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