"Then" and "than" are two different words with distinct meanings and uses in the English language.
1. "Then":
- "Then" is an adverb used to refer to a specific time or sequence of events.
Example: She finished her homework, and then she went to bed.
- "Then" can also be used as an adverb to indicate a consequence or result.
Example: If you don't study, then you won't pass the exam.
2. "Than":
- "Than" is a conjunction used to make comparisons between two things or people.
Example: She is taller than her brother.
- "Than" is also used with comparative adjectives to compare two unequal things.
Example: This book is more interesting than that one.
Remember the difference: "then" refers to time or consequence, while "than" is used for comparisons.
what is the difference between then, and than? when should you use them?
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