A1 conjunction محايد #71 الأكثر شيوعاً

than

/ðæn/

A conjunction and preposition used to introduce the second part of a comparison. It is typically placed after comparative adjectives or adverbs to show a difference between two people, things, or actions.

أمثلة

3 من 5
1

She is taller than her brother.

She is taller than her brother.

2

The proposed budget is higher than the original estimate.

The proposed budget is higher than the original estimate.

3

I'd rather eat pizza than salad tonight.

I'd rather eat pizza than salad tonight.

عائلة الكلمة

مرتبط
comparison
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نصيحة للحفظ

Remember: thAn is for compArison (both have 'A'). thEn is for timE (both have 'E').

اختبار سريع

This phone is much faster ___ my old one.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: than

أمثلة

1

She is taller than her brother.

everyday

She is taller than her brother.

2

The proposed budget is higher than the original estimate.

formal

The proposed budget is higher than the original estimate.

3

I'd rather eat pizza than salad tonight.

informal

I'd rather eat pizza than salad tonight.

4

The carbon emissions in 2020 were lower than those recorded in 2019.

academic

The carbon emissions in 2020 were lower than those recorded in 2019.

5

Our sales targets are more ambitious than last year.

business

Our sales targets are more ambitious than last year.

عائلة الكلمة

مرتبط
comparison

تلازمات شائعة

more than more than
less than less than
rather than rather than
better than better than
other than other than

العبارات الشائعة

better late than never

better late than never

more often than not

more often than not

easier said than done

easier said than done

يُخلط عادةً مع

than vs then

Than is used for comparisons, while then is an adverb referring to time or sequence.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

Use 'than' after comparative adjectives (like 'smaller', 'faster') or after 'more'/'less'. It links the two things being compared.

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أخطاء شائعة

The most common mistake is spelling it as 'then'. Remember that 'than' is for comparing and 'then' is for time.

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نصيحة للحفظ

Remember: thAn is for compArison (both have 'A'). thEn is for timE (both have 'E').

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أصل الكلمة

From Old English 'thanne', originally a variant of the word 'then' used to express sequence or relative degree.

أنماط نحوية

comparative adjective + than rather + than more/less + noun + than

اختبار سريع

This phone is much faster ___ my old one.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: than

كلمات ذات صلة

bristling

B2

To bristle means to have hair or fur stand up away from the skin, typically due to fear or anger. Figuratively, it describes being covered with or full of something, or showing sharp annoyance or defensiveness.

broad

B2

Describes something that is physically wide or has a large distance from side to side. In abstract or academic contexts, it refers to a scope, range, or category that is comprehensive and covers a wide variety of topics or ideas.

broadcaster

B2

A broadcaster is a person or an organization that transmits programs or information via radio or television. It can refer to a large corporation that owns media channels or the individual presenter who speaks on air.

broadminded

B2

Describes someone who is willing to accept or tolerate beliefs, behaviors, or lifestyles that differ from their own. It implies a lack of prejudice and a receptiveness to new ideas or unconventional opinions.

broadside

B2

To broadside means to hit or collide with the side of something, most commonly a vehicle. Metaphorically, it refers to launching a sudden, forceful, and often public verbal or written attack against someone or something.

brogue

B2

To speak with a strong regional accent, typically an Irish or Scottish one, or to fit a person or shoe with traditional heavy leather decorative patterns. As a verb, it describes the act of imbuing speech with a melodic lilt or wearing sturdy, perforated footwear.

broke

B2

To be without money; experiencing a complete lack of funds, often used to describe a temporary state before one receives a paycheck or more money. In a broader context, it can describe a business that has become insolvent or bankrupt.

bromine

B2

Bromine is a chemical element that appears as a dark reddish-brown liquid at room temperature and is part of the halogen group. It is known for its pungent odor and is primarily used in industrial chemicals, flame retardants, and as a disinfectant in swimming pools and spas.

bronchitis

B2

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from your lungs. People who have bronchitis often cough up thickened mucus, which can be discolored, and experience difficulty breathing.

brooch

B2

A brooch is a decorative piece of jewelry that is designed to be attached to a person's clothing. It features a pin on the back to fasten it securely to a garment, often serving as both an ornament and a functional clasp.

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