Grammar check
He had prepared for a month, yet he still failed to pass the test.
Is "yet" used correctly in this sentence?
Thank you very much.
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Yet is correct. It is a coordinating conjunction (like the word "and") and provides more of a contrast between your first statement and your second statement, which I believe is your intention.
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There are seven coordinating conjunctions known as FANBOYS:
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
Since "Yet" is used as a coordinating conjunction here, the use of "And" with it is incorrect. That would be like saying "and but" or "but or". You shouldn't use two FANBOYS conjunctions together.
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The sentence is perfect and natural. Nice job!
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I see. Thank you, Kareem!
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I would say " He had prepared for a month, ( and ) yet he failed to pass the test ".
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