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GrammarJLPT N4

and yet

Conjunction

Definitions

1. and yet
2. despite this

A conjunction expressing frustration or disappointment that something is contrary to what was expected, similar to "and yet" or "even so." It follows a noun or na-adjective and carries a strong emotional nuance, often used when the speaker feels something is unfair or unreasonable.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

He promised, and yet he didn't show up.

Sentence 2

I'm an adult, and yet I cried.

Sentence 3

I like her, and yet I can't talk to her.

Sentence 4

We live so close, and yet we hardly ever meet.

Sentence 5

I know better, and yet I can't stop.