Present perfect: just, already and yet

Use just for very recent actions, already for actions completed sooner than expected and yet in questions or negatives.

When do we use it?

Place just, already and yet correctly with the present perfect.

Form

Just/already usually go before the participle; yet usually goes at the end.

• I have just arrived.
• She has already eaten.
• Have you finished yet?
• We haven't left yet.

Key contrast

Look for the subject, noun type, sentence form and time expression before choosing.

Common mistakes

• I have arrived just. → I have just arrived.
• Have you yet finished? → Have you finished yet?

Remember

Use just for very recent actions, already for actions completed sooner than expected and yet in questions or negatives.

Quick check

• Read the complete sentence.
• Find the grammar clue.
• Choose the form that fits both meaning and structure.