Which one is correct?
"more difficult than" or "more difficult compared to"?

more difficult than

This phrase is commonly used in English to compare the difficulty level of two things.

This phrase is used to indicate that one thing is more difficult than another.

Alternatives:

  • harder than
  • tougher than
  • more challenging than
  • more complex than
  • less easy than

more difficult compared to

This phrase is grammatically correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to compare the difficulty level of two things, with the first thing being more difficult than the second.

Alternatives:

  • more difficult than
  • harder than
  • tougher than
  • more challenging than
  • more complex than
Both phrases are correct, but 'more difficult than' is more commonly used in English. 'More difficult compared to' is also grammatically correct but less frequently used.

Last Updated: March 26, 2024

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