Meaning of Even than
Used to compare two things with an unexpected degree of difference.
In simple words: Used to compare different things, showing a slight difference.
Even than in a sentence
- She is even taller than her brother.
- This task is even harder than I expected.
- Running is even more exhausting than swimming.
- He is even more talented than I thought.
- This movie is even scarier than the last one.
How to use Even than
Use 'even than' to emphasize an unexpected comparison. Common in spoken English but may sound informal in writing.
Grammar pattern
Even + than + comparison
Memory hint
'Even' compares, like on a scale, showing something is more surprising than expected.
Related words
Collocations with Even than
- even more
- even less
- even better
Synonyms for Even than
- more than
- greater than
- beyond
Common mistakes with Even than
- Using 'then' instead of 'than'
- Forgetting to add the item being compared after 'even than'
- Using 'even than' in negative constructions incorrectly
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Frequently asked questions about Even than
What does Even than mean?
Used to compare different things, showing a slight difference.
What is the definition of Even than?
Used to compare two things with an unexpected degree of difference.
How do you use Even than in a sentence?
She is even taller than her brother.
Can you give another example of Even than?
This task is even harder than I expected.
What are synonyms for Even than?
Common alternatives include more than, greater than, beyond.
What words go with Even than?
It commonly pairs with even more, even less, even better.
What are common mistakes when using Even than?
Using 'then' instead of 'than' Forgetting to add the item being compared after 'even than' Using 'even than' in negative constructions incorrectly
How do you pronounce Even than?
US: //ˈiːvən ðæn//, UK: //ˈiːvən ðən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Even than?
Use 'even than' to emphasize an unexpected comparison. Common in spoken English but may sound informal in writing.
