Others more parochial vs. Others more parochials

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
1

“Some British people believe that foreigners begin at Calais - but others more parochial believe they start at Dover!”

I wonder why the adjective “parochial” is in the singular form.

Thanks a lot in advance. Greetings.

1 Like
2

Adjectives in English have no inflexion (no endings):

She is very clever.
They are very clever.

1 Like
3

That’s true. I’ve realized that I made a silly question.

Thanks for your help.

1 Like
4

I don’t think it’s a silly question, because in the sentence you’re referring to, it’s not that obvious that “parochial” is an adjective.

1 Like