If you are comparing time should you say "she lasted longer then I did" or "she lasted longer than I did"? — Tiffany , United States
Answer
For comparisons use "than": She lasted longer than I did.
The word "then" means "at that time" and is used to talk about when things will happen. The word "than" is used to compare things. Below are some examples of each:
I ate breakfast and then I went to work.
The party is at 7--I'll see you then!
Turn left at the light and then turn right on the next street.
If you went to the party then you probably met my friend.
I'm taller than my sister.
She is older than 35.
His personality is larger than life.
Other than the two of us, no one showed up for class.
It may help to remember that "then" and "when" are related words that both talk about time.
