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for a year vs for year

The correct phrase is "for a year." The article 'a' is necessary before 'year' to indicate a specific period of time. 'For year' is incorrect as it lacks the article needed for proper grammar.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

for a year

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'for a year' when referring to a specific period of one year. The article 'a' is necessary before 'year' to indicate a singular, defined time frame.

Examples:

  • I lived in that city for a year.
  • She studied abroad for a year.
  • They have been dating for a year.
  • He worked at the company for a year.
  • The project took them for a year to complete.

for year

This phrase is incorrect in English. The article 'a' is needed before 'year' to make it grammatically correct.


Alternatives:

  • for a year

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