His grades have suffered vs His grade has suffered

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'His grades have suffered' is the correct phrase when referring to multiple grades being affected negatively. 'His grade has suffered' is correct when talking about a single grade being impacted negatively.

Last updated: March 23, 2024

His grades have suffered

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to multiple grades being affected negatively.

This phrase is used when talking about a student's performance in various subjects or courses declining.

Examples:

His grades have suffered due to his lack of focus.
After falling ill, his grades have suffered across all subjects.
Her grades have suffered since she started working part-time.
Despite his efforts, his grades have suffered this semester.
The student's grades have suffered as a result of the teacher's absence.

Alternatives:

His academic performance has declined.
His grades have dropped.
His grades have worsened.
His grades have deteriorated.
His grades have taken a hit.

His grade has suffered

This phrase is correct when referring to a single grade being negatively impacted.

This phrase is used when discussing the decline or negative impact on a specific grade or score.

Examples:

His grade has suffered due to missing assignments.
After the incident, his grade has suffered significantly.
Her grade has suffered because of the poor performance on the final exam.
The student's grade has suffered as a consequence of plagiarism.
His grade has suffered due to the lack of preparation for the test.

Alternatives:

His academic performance in that subject has declined.
His grade in that course has dropped.
His score has worsened.
His grade has deteriorated.
His performance in that subject has taken a hit.

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His grades have suffered vs His grade has suffered