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What's the difference between than / compared to / compared with / versus / in comparison to
used to compare one thing with another, often in general statements
Compared to last year, sales are higher.
used for comparison, often in more formal or exact contexts
Compared with the old model, this one is faster.
used in comparisons, contests, or oppositions
Team A versus Team B will play tomorrow.
emphasizes a direct comparison, often in formal style
In comparison to his brother, he is quiet.
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How to pronounce than and what this word means
than means than. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce than
/ðæn/
than translation
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This jacket is warmer than my old one.
than transcription
/ðæn/, /ðæn/
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than is pronounced as /ðæn/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
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This jacket is warmer than my old one. Translation: Эта куртка теплее, чем моя старая.
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