Pronunciation: [nˌɒt jˈɛt] (IPA) 
The phrase "not yet" is spelled using common English rules, with a silent "t" at the end of "not" and the word "yet" spelled phonetically as /jɛt/. The "y" sound is represented by the letter "y" and the "eh" sound is represented by the letter "e". The IPA transcription for "not yet" is /nɒt jɛt/. This phrase is commonly used to indicate that something has not occurred, but may happen in the future.
Not yet is an adverbial phrase used to indicate the lack of completion or occurrence of something at the present moment but implies that it will happen in the future or hasn't happened up to a specific point in time. The term consists of the negative adverb "not," which negates or denies the completion, and the adverb "yet," which suggests that the anticipated action or event has not taken place, or there is still time for it to happen.
The phrase is often used to express patience, anticipation, or future possibilities. It highlights that a particular action, task, or event has not transpired till now but is expected to happen eventually. It conveys a sense of an impending occurrence or a reminder that the thing in question has not been accomplished or experienced at this time. Moreover, "not yet" also implies the existence of potential or a likelihood of future fulfillment.
"Not yet" frequently appears in everyday language and can be used in various contexts. It can apply to personal or professional situations, such as school assignments, project deadlines, scheduled events, or even life goals. By using this phrase, individuals acknowledge that the expected outcome has not been achieved or the desired event has not taken place but emphasize that it will happen in due course. Overall, "not yet" serves as a reminder of incomplete actions or unfulfilled expectations while maintaining hope for their realization in the future.
The word "not yet" is formed by combining two separate words: "not" and "yet".
The word "not" originated from the Old English word "naught", which means "nothing" or "no". Over time, it evolved to "not", maintaining its negative connotation.
The word "yet" is derived from the Old English word "gēot", meaning "still" or "until now". It has origins in the Proto-Germanic word "*iat", which has the same meaning.
When "not" and "yet" are combined, they create the phrase "not yet", which signifies that something has not happened or is not completed up to the current time point.
