Monday, May 20, 2013

THAN v. THEN

THAN:  This is used to show comparison.  Something is more/less than another -- better, stronger, bigger, lesser, weaker, etc.  Example:
She is taller than that tree.
I like ice cream more than cake.
We are able to chop down more trees than the other team.
She is less able to complete the tasks than her sister.

THEN:  This is used to show consequence and sequence of events.  Example:
We picked up our groceries at the supermarket, then we went home.
He saw the opportunity, made his mind up, then took action.
I used to like violent films, but then my brother was shot during a robbery and now I don't watch them as much anymore.


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