Then and than

[Fawkinnae]

I've never understood how to properly use these to words so I looked it up on Google. Might be helpful to some of you.

Next week we'll explore affect and effect.


Another pair of words that I see misused far more often than not is than and then.  As with affect and effect, than and then are so commonly misused that I suspect that more than mere carelessness is involved.  I now believe that many people are either unaware that they are two separate words, or if they are aware of the two words, they have no idea of which is which.


THAN           

    Unlike then, than is not related to time.  Than is used in comparative statements.


EXAMPLES:

~Another pair of words that I see misused far more often
than not is than and then.
~He is taller than I am.
~Other than the interest on a small inheritance, he had no income.
~Today's students certainly do seem to read less than students in previous generations did.
~We learned more on the playground than we did in the classroom.
~Despite their lack of flavor, the hothouse tomatoes cost far more than those from the farmers' market.


THEN

     Then is used either as a time marker or with a sequence of events.


EXAMPLES:

~I took all of the exams in the morning, and then I spent the rest of the day catching up on sleep.
~Back then we knew what was expected of us.
~I bought apples from this orchard last summer, but I seem to remember paying more for them then.
~Look over the study guide first, and then if you still have questions bring them up in class.

[Big Slick]

Those two words get mixed up a lot but I never try to correct anyone on it because then I would have to watch my spelling more.

[Realtree]

I am no better at using those two words than anyone else here.  I will have to review this thread occasionally and then i will be able to get better than the rest of you in my proper word useage.   :rock:

[Harold]

Hey fawkinnae - I went to school on da Range.  Hows come they never taught me that?

All I need to do is come here to further my educational prowess.

Thanks :rock:

PS:  Can't wait to learn the difference between effect and affect.

[Big Slick]

Is "affect" really a word?

[Harold]

Is "affect" really a word?

The "effect" that had on me was  :ROTFLMAO:

[guythathunts]

I was wondering how these words worked... THAN it hit me and now I'm better at useing them THEN every one else!!!!  :stupid:         
~ Greg

[Fawkinnae]

Ahh... Greg. I think you misfired on the usage eh. Now you're going to have to sit in the corner for a little while. :detective:

Ain't English fun.

Hey Spinach could we do a "Grammar Lesson" books on tape in the MNO store? Featuring Mayfly as Alister Cook.

I was wondering how these words worked... THAN it hit me and now I'm better at useing them THEN every one else!!!!  :stupid:         
~ Greg

[Mayfly]

Doug/Fawkinnae,


As you put yourself back through the 1st grade it is sure nice of you to post your progress and what you have learned here. It helps us keep a better eye on you and shows us that you are truly dedicated to what you are doing. Good luck as it will only get harder

[Spinach]

Sure can Doug/Fawkinnae..... Right after we change Mayflys name to "Goatboy".

[Fawkinnae]

Excuse me. I'm pretty sure this is at least 5th grade stuff.
By the way good lookin' KID ya got there goat boy.  >:D

Doug/Fawkinnae,


As you put yourself back through the 1st grade it is sure nice of you to post your progress and what you have learned here. It helps us keep a better eye on you and shows us that you are truly dedicated to what you are doing. Good luck as it will only get harder

[Big Slick]

I'm using that kid as a screan saver. My kids haven't grown their horns yet and have to show them.

[WoodChuck]

 ???  The fishing was better then when it was , than now when it aint!