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So, Such, Such a - Rules

1. Using "So"

"So" is used before adjectives or adverbs to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.

  • Structure: so + adjective/adverb
  • Examples:
    • The movie was so exciting. (so + adjective)
    • She speaks so quickly. (so + adverb)

Other Uses:

  • So much (uncountable nouns):
    • He has so much work.
  • So many (countable nouns):
    • There are so many books.

2. Using "Such"

"Such" is used to emphasize nouns or noun phrases, either with or without adjectives, and can be used with plural or uncountable nouns.

  • Structure: such + (adjective) + plural/uncountable noun
  • Examples:
    • They are such great friends. (such + adjective + plural noun)
    • She has such wisdom. (such + uncountable noun)
    • It was such chaos. (such + uncountable noun)

3. Using "Such a"

"Such a" is used with singular countable nouns, usually with an adjective, to emphasize the degree of a quality.

  • Structure: such a + adjective + singular countable noun
  • Examples:
    • It was such a beautiful day.
    • He's such a talented musician.

Key Differences:

  • "So" emphasizes adjectives or adverbs (e.g., "so happy," "so quickly").
  • "Such" emphasizes plural or uncountable nouns (e.g., "such good friends," "such kindness").
  • "Such a" is used for singular countable nouns with an adjective (e.g., "such a wonderful experience").


Useful links:

Listening A1 Tests
The Best Christmas Trivia Ever
Christmas Jeopardy
Present Continuous exercises. Grammar online.
Present Simple exercises. Grammar online.
Future Simple test. Grammar online.
Past Simple activity. Grammar online.
Present Perfect online practice. Grammar online.





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