"Then"
* Time: Indicates a sequence of events or actions.
* *Example:* "First, I went to the store. Then, I went home."
* Result: Shows a consequence or outcome.
* *Example:* "He studied hard, then he passed the test."
"Than"
* Comparison: Introduces a comparison between two things.
* *Example:* "My dog is bigger than yours."
* *Example:* "I would rather go to the beach than stay at home."
Easy Trick:
* "Then" often indicates time.
* "Than" is used for comparisons.
Important Note: "Than" is often followed by a comparison word (like "bigger," "better," "faster") while "then" usually follows an action or statement.