Than vs. Then

Posted by Administrator on November 1, 2008 in The Word |
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This is another pair of words that many writers use interchangeably. What’s the difference?

Than is a preposition or conjunction used in comparisons (bigger than a breadbox) or to express a difference (TV shows other than sitcoms).

Then can be a noun, adjective or adverb and often refers to time (then she was quiet; I was happy then). Then can also mean “in addition,” “in that case” or “consequently” (if she’ll be quiet, then I’ll be happy).

I turn on my TV that is bigger than a breadbox and watch shows other than sitcoms. Then I relax.

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