Meaning of the word than in English
What does than mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
than
US /ðæn/
UK /ðæn/
Conjunction
1.
introducing the second element of a comparison
Example:
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She is taller than her brother.
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It's better late than never.
2.
used in expressions of difference or comparison
Example:
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Other than that, everything is fine.
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He had no choice other than to accept.
Preposition
1.
used after a comparative adjective or adverb to introduce the second part of a comparison
Example:
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He runs faster than I do.
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She earns more money than her husband.
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