such
/sʌt͡ʃ/
This word acts as a pointer to a specific quality, type, or degree already established in the conversation. It creates a link between a description and an object, often serving as a shortcut to avoid repeating a long phrase.
When used for emphasis (the adverbial sense), it carries a tone of intensity or exclamation. It suggests that the quality is so extreme that it leads to a specific result, often paired with "that" in a cause-and-effect structure.
In formal or literary contexts, it can feel slightly detached or philosophical, especially when used as a pronoun (e.g., "such is the way of things"). This usage conveys a sense of acceptance or resignation toward an inevitable reality.
💬Casual Conversation
I'm such a disaster. I just spent an hour scrolling instead of doing this.
I'm such a disaster. I just spent an hour scrolling instead of doing this.
bet. just put it in the dryer
bet. just put it in the dryer
Meanings
Examples
Collocations & Compounds
such as
Used to introduce examples of something previously mentioned.
as such
In the capacity of; in and of itself.
such a thing
A thing of that kind, often used to express surprise or disbelief.
it is such a
Used to emphasize the quality of a person or object (e.g., 'it is such a shame').
such that
In a way that produces a particular result.
Idioms & Sayings
such as
Used to introduce examples of something previously mentioned.
as such
In the exact capacity mentioned; in that exact way.
such and such
A placeholder used to refer to a specific person, place, or thing without naming it.