The main difference between “than” and “then” is that “than” is used as a conjunction to
introduce the second element in a comparison, whereas “then” is used to refer to a time
that is subsequent to the present time or to a time that has been specified.
Pronunciation: The word “than” is pronounced with a sound of “a” /than/ and “then” is
pronounced with a sound of “e” /then/.
Examples:
- I am taller than my sister.
- We have less money than they do.
- I would rather go to the movies than stay at home.
- I need to go to the store, and then I will be home.
- I will see you at six, and then we can go to the movie.