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 adjective/adverb)) than ((noun/pronoun/clause)) used to compare two things She is taller than me.
Similar Words
Synonyms: as compared to, in comparison with
Etymology
From Old English 'þanne', 'þonne', related to 'then' and 'the'. It introduces the second element in a comparison.
Memory Tips
Used for comparisons. Think of a balance scale with two things, one is 'more' *than* the other. Don't confuse it with 'then' (time).