comparative adjective
Made, built, or bought more recently than something else.
I prefer the newer version of the software.
The newer car has better safety features.
American English
How to pronounce newer
adjectiveA1Very common word
NOOer
/ˈnu.ɚ/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of new
Newer usually compares two people or things and is often followed by than.
Made, built, or bought more recently than something else.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
comparative adjective
Having started a job, role, place, group, or activity more recently than someone or something else.
The newer employees need more training.
She is newer to the team than I am.
Good to know
Newer can describe someone with less time or experience in a job or group.
comparative adjective
Less used or more recently bought than something else.
These shoes are newer than my old pair.
The newer notebook is still in its package.
comparative adjective
More recently developed or introduced than something else.
The newer method saves time.
The newer technology is faster and more efficient.
Useful expressions
Completely new and not used before.
She bought a brand-new laptop.