A2adverb1K

Yet

UK /["/jet/"]/US /["/jet/"]/

Definition

used in negative sentences and questions to talk about something that has not happened but that you expect to happen

In simple words: up to now; at this time

Examples

  • I haven't finished my homework yet.
  • She is not here yet; she will arrive soon.
  • Yet again, he forgot to lock the door.
  • It's a challenge, yet I am determined to succeed.

Usage notes

Used to indicate that something has not happened up to the present moment. Common in negative sentences and questions. Avoid using in formal writing as it may sound too casual.

Grammar pattern

adverb + sentence

Memory hint

Think of 'yeti' waiting somewhere, still hasn't been found yet.

Collocations

  • not yet
  • yet to come
  • will you yet

Synonyms

  • still
  • up to now
  • thus far

Antonyms

  • already

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'but' in meaning.
  • Omitting 'not' in negative sentences.
  • Using 'yet' in statements instead of questions or negatives.