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Than vs then<\/h1>\n

The words then<\/strong> and than<\/strong> can confuse people learning English because they sound similar, but they have different meanings. These two words are used in different ways, and it\u2019s important to use them correctly. In this article, we will explain what each word means, how to use them, and give simple examples to make it easier to understand.<\/p>\n

THEN<\/h2>\n

Then<\/strong> is an adverb that means next<\/strong>, after<\/strong>, or at that time<\/strong>. We use it when talking about the sequence of events, the result of something, or the time something happens. Then can appear at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence.<\/p>\n

First, finish your project. Then<\/strong>, you can relax.
\nIf you study hard, then<\/strong> you will pass the exam.
\nBack then<\/strong>, people didn\u2019t have Internet at home.
\nWe had lunch, then<\/strong> went to the park.<\/div>\n

THAN<\/h2>\n

Than<\/strong> is a conjunction that means compared to<\/strong> or more than<\/strong>. We use it for making comparisons. Than appears in the middle of a sentence, between the things being compared.<\/p>\n

This book is heavier than<\/strong> that one.
\nShe runs faster than<\/strong> her brother.
\nHis house is bigger than<\/strong> mine.<\/div>\n

Than and Comparatives<\/h2>\n

In English, we can use adjectives and adverbs to make comparisons. To use an adjective or adverb in a comparison, it needs to be in the comparative form. This is done by adding -er<\/strong> or by using the words more<\/strong> or less<\/strong> before the adjective or adverb.<\/p>\n

Comparative Adjectives<\/h4>\n
fast \u2192 faster<\/strong><\/div>\n
big \u2192 bigger<\/strong><\/div>\n
beautiful \u2192 more<\/strong> beautiful<\/div>\n
difficult \u2192 less<\/strong> difficult<\/div>\n
This puzzle is harder<\/strong> than the last one.
\nThe red shirt is cheaper<\/strong> than the blue one.<\/div>\n

Comparative Adverbs<\/h4>\n
soon \u2192 sooner<\/strong><\/div>\n
late \u2192 later<\/strong><\/div>\n
quickly \u2192 more<\/strong> quickly<\/div>\n
safely \u2192 less<\/strong> safely<\/div>\n
She finished her work more quickly<\/strong> than he did.
\nHe arrived later<\/strong> than expected.<\/div>\n
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