What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
however
Example
I really want to go out tonight. However, I have a lot of work to do. [however: conjunction]
Example
The weather was supposed to be sunny today. However, it's been raining all morning. [however: adverb]
yet
Example
I haven't finished my homework yet. [yet: adverb]
Example
She's a great athlete, yet she still struggles with injuries. [yet: conjunction]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
However is more commonly used than yet in formal writing and speech, while yet is more commonly used in informal speech.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between however and yet?
However is more formal than yet, which is often used in informal speech.
