I attended for

USAGE SUMMARY

'I attended for' is not a correct and usable part of a sentence in written English.
In written English, the phrase you are looking for is 'I attended.' For example: I attended the meeting last week.

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Formal & Business

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

10 human-written examples

A year later, my father's job took our family to Wales, where I attended, for a few months, a large school in a mid-size industrial city.

The New York Times

At another event I attended for interfaith families in the suburbs of New York, the attendees took a break between the Passover Seder and the Stations of the Cross for some refreshments.

The New York Times

At a Sunday Bible-study group I attended for teenage girls, the mother who was teaching had the girls hold hands, march in a circle and say: "My husband will treat me like the princess that I am.

The New York Times - Magazine

And finally I can report that my wife and I attended, for the first time, an evening of fado songs (ref. Azed Competition No. 1,997 in September 2010) during a recent choral trip to Lisbon.

The Guardian

This was also the case at a workshop I attended for potential Clippers dancers for another article last year, where we were told wages would be discussed only after we were hired.

The Guardian - Sport

At a funeral that I attended for Vince Clark, his assistant and friend, Pfleger concluded the eulogy by putting on one of Clark's signature fedoras and downing a shot of rum, the deceased's favorite drink.

The New Yorker

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

49 human-written examples

Allow me to explain, as I will at every dinner party I attend for the next eight years.

The Guardian

I attend for a few moments where I want and then the next thought or emotion crops up and off I go again.

Huffington Post

At the West Point that I have attended for four years, I have lived in an atmosphere of camaraderie, support and understanding from my friends and fellow cadets.

The New York Times

His name was Roger Button, and he had been in my class at the school I had attended for two years in Canada before my family returned to England.

The New Yorker

Then there was a school, which I had attended for two years of my life and never wished to see again.

The New Yorker

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

To specify a duration, consider rephrasing. For example, instead of "I attended the university for two years", say "I attended the university for two years".

Common error

The urge to specify a reason or duration directly after "attended" often leads to the incorrect "I attended for". Simplify your sentence structure. If you want to add details, add them in separate words. E.g. Correct: "I attended the meeting." Incorrect: "I attended for the meeting."

Linguistic Context

Transitive verb use with incorrect preposition. The phrase "I attended for" attempts to link the action of attending with a purpose or duration, but the preposition 'for' is misused in this context. Ludwig AI signals that the grammatically correct form is simply "I attended".

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

60%

Formal & Business

20%

Science

20%

Less common in

Reference

0%

Social Media

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "I attended for" is generally considered grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI identifies that the correct and more widely accepted form is simply "I attended". While the phrase does appear in some sources, primarily in the "News & Media" context, its usage is often associated with non-standard English. To ensure clarity and grammatical accuracy, especially in formal or professional writing, it is best to use "I attended" followed by the specific event or institution. Alternative phrases, such as "I was present at" or "I participated in", can be used to add nuance to the statement.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I attended

Removes "for" to create a grammatically correct sentence.

I was present at

Replaces "attended" with a synonym focusing on physical presence.

I participated in

Focuses on active involvement rather than mere attendance.

I was at

A more concise and informal alternative to "I attended".

I went to

A simple and direct way of expressing attendance.

I sat in on

Suggests informal or casual attendance, often at a lecture or meeting.

I took part in

Similar to 'participated in', emphasizing involvement.

I visited

Indicates a brief or temporary attendance.

I graced with my presence

Humorous, very formal way of saying you went to something.

I made an appearance at

Implies a brief and possibly obligatory attendance.

FAQs

Is "I attended for" grammatically correct?

No, "I attended for" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. The correct usage is simply "I attended". For example, "I attended the conference".

What can I say instead of "I attended for"?

You can use alternatives like "I attended", "I was present at", or "I participated in depending on the context".

How do I specify a duration of attendance correctly?

Instead of saying "I attended the course for two weeks", rephrase it as "I attended the course "for two weeks"". Ensure the "for" is correctly placed to indicate duration.

Which is correct, "I attended" or "I attended for"?

The correct phrase is "I attended". The addition of "for" makes the sentence grammatically incorrect in most contexts.