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It is a shame vs it is still yet a shame

The correct phrase is "it is a shame." The phrase "it is still yet a shame" is not commonly used in English and sounds awkward.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 713 views

It is a shame

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express disappointment or regret about a situation.

Examples:

  • It is a shame that she couldn't attend the party.
  • It is a shame to see such waste.
  • It is a shame that the project was canceled.
  • It is a shame that he didn't get the recognition he deserved.
  • It is a shame that they couldn't resolve their differences.
  • it is a shame to do something. It's a shame to cover this beautiful table with a tablecloth. I can't imagine why they canceled your show, Tracy. That's such a shame ...
  • a. A painful emotion caused by the awareness of having done something wrong or foolish: felt shame for cheating on the exam. b. Respect for propriety or ...
  • Sep 18, 2005 ... Jean-Michel Carrère Senior Member. French from France. it is a shame could also mean c'est une honte (= it is a disgrace), couldn't it ?
  • For it is a shame even to speak of those things which are done of them in secret. Holman Christian Standard Bible For it is shameful even to mention what is ...

it is still yet a shame

This phrase is not commonly used in English and sounds awkward.

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