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So / Such

So and such are used to add emphasis to adjectives, adverbs, and nouns.

B1Adjectives & Adverbs

Rule

So and such are used to add emphasis to adjectives and adverbs.
  • so + adjective/adverb
  • such + noun phrase

Usage

  • We use so before adjectives and adverbs to show strong feelings.
  • We use such before noun phrases to show strong impressions.
  • We often use so and such to express surprise or strong emotions.

Examples

  • The movie was so good that I watched it twice.
  • She's such a great singer that everyone loves her.
  • The traffic is so bad that I'm late for work.
  • Such beautiful weather makes me happy.
  • He's so smart that he can solve any problem.
  • The hotel room was such a disappointment.

Common Mistakes

  • Wrong: The movie was so good like I thought. Correct: The movie was so good that I thought.
  • Wrong: She's such great singer. Correct: She's such a great singer.

Tip

Remember, so is for adjectives and adverbs, and such is for nouns.
Quick check
It _____ cold that we had to turn on the heating.

Where this matters in your exam

This grammar is often used in Writing Task 2 to add emphasis.

  • Writing Task 2

    Use 'so/such' to add emphasis in essays.