than · preposition /ðæn/
than (COMPARING)
A1 used to compare two different things or amounts
Dictionary examples:
My son is a lot taller than my daughter.
You always walk faster than I do!
You're earlier than usual.
Learner example:
I'm going to travel by plane, because it's faster than the bus. (Key English Test; A2; Spanish)
than (WITH MORE/LESS)
A2 used with "more" or "less" to compare numbers or amounts
Dictionary examples:
I spent more than I intended to.
It cost less than I expected.
Learner example:
I want to sell my "English Grammar" book, it's a great book, simple to read, just the right book for you, and I [am] sell[ing] it at less than half price; INCREDIBLE!! (Key English Test; A2; Italian)
