Than

4 lettersconjunctioncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Used to introduce the second element in a comparison.

“She is taller than her brother.”

compared toversus

🟩

Common word with TH start pattern.

🔤

Worth 7 points, useful connector word.

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