Translation of Romanian word "decât" to English
decât
/deˈkɨt/
Meaning
ConjunctionUsed in comparisons, to introduce the basis of comparison.
How to use
Used to indicate a comparison.
🇬🇧 English
than
Example
El este mai înalt decât mine
He is taller than me
Aceasta este mai bună decât atât
This is better than that
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Common phrases
- more than— More than
- less than— Less than
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Frequency rank: #182 in Romanian
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Romanian word "decât" mean?▼
The Romanian word "decât" means "than" in English.
How do you pronounce the Romanian word "decât"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "decât"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Folosit pentru comparații" (which translates as "He is taller than me").
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