1. Tim is better at English than Susan.

→ Susan isn’t as good as Tim.

2. We spent five hours getting to London.

→ It took five hours to get to London

3. Listening to music gives him pleasure.

→ He enjoys listening to music.

4. She is more beautiful than her younger sister.

→ Her younger sister isn't as beautiful as her

5. They began studying English in 2004.

→ They have studied English since 2004.