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So vs. Such

So

/soʊ/
A word used to connect ideas or show a reason for something

Examples:

'Your hands are so cold,' she said.So that if I may say, sir-'She's on top, so let's face it—she's a shit-heel again.

Synonyms:

Antonyms:

This word has no antonyms

Such

/sʌtʃ/
Used to refer to something that has been mentioned or to indicate something of the same kind

Examples:

Tom thanked God for sending him to such a nice place.Such offered us herself.'Such a fine gentleman!

Synonyms:

Antonyms:

This word has no antonyms

Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • So is often used to emphasize a degree or extent, like saying This is so hot.
  • Such focuses more on referencing a certain kind or type, such as She is such a kind person.
  • So is generally followed by an adjective or an adverb, while such is usually followed by a noun or noun phrase.
  • Remember that so can occasionally be used as a conjunction as well, like I was tired, so I slept early.
  • Such is often used with expressions like such as, for giving examples.
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