than
Translation
than
Examples
She is taller than her brother.
She is taller than her brother.
I would rather read than watch TV.
I would rather read than watch TV.
Grammar Patterns
((comparative form)) than ((noun/pronoun/clause)) used to introduce the second element in a comparison She is taller than her brother.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none (it's a function word)
Etymology
From Old English 'þan', meaning 'then, in that case'. It diverged in meaning from 'then'.
Memory Tips
Think of comparing two things. 'This is better THAN that.' It introduces the second part of a comparison.