such

An adjective used to emphasize the degree or quality of something, often followed by a noun phrase.

• 🇫🇷Adjectif utilisé pour souligner le degré ou la qualité de quelque chose, souvent suivi d'un groupe nominal.

1. Of so extreme a degree or extent A2 formal

   Used to emphasize the degree or extent of something, often implying a high level or intensity.

   • It was such a hot day that we stayed indoors.
   • She has such a beautiful voice that everyone stops to listen.
   • He made such a loud noise that the neighbors complained.

   🇫🇷tel, si, d'une telle ampleur

   Synonymes: sothatthis

2. Of the type previously mentioned B1 formal

   Referring to something of the kind already described or implied.

   • I have never seen such a magnificent painting before.
   • Such behavior is not acceptable in this office.
   • They offered such help as they could provide.

   🇫🇷tel, de ce genre

   Synonymes: suchlike

3. Used for emphasis with 'that' B1 formal

   Used to emphasize a result or consequence, often followed by 'that'.

   • The storm was such that many trees were uprooted.
   • His kindness was such that everyone loved him.
   • The problem was such that it required immediate attention.

   🇫🇷tel(le)(s) que (marquant l'intensité)

   Synonymes: so

• more such comparative form
• most such superlative form

An adverb used to emphasize the degree or extent of something, often in constructions like 'such a' or 'such that.' It can also function as a determiner or pronoun, but as an adverb it modifies adjectives or other adverbs to indicate intensity or manner.

• 🇫🇷Adverbe utilisé pour souligner le degré ou la mesure de quelque chose, souvent dans des constructions comme « tellement » ou « de telle manière ». Comme adverbe, il modifie des adjectifs ou d'autres adverbes pour indiquer l'intensité ou la manière.

1. To so extreme a degree B1 formal

   Used to emphasize the degree or extent of something, often with a following 'that' clause.

   • The storm was such that many trees were uprooted.
   • He was such a kind man that everyone loved him.
   • The noise was such that I couldn't concentrate.

   🇫🇷à un tel point

   Synonymes: extremelyso

• more such comparative form
• most such superlative form

A determiner used before nouns to indicate a type, kind, or degree of something, often expressing similarity, example, or extent. It can also function to introduce examples or emphasize the nature of the noun that follows.

• 🇫🇷Déterminant utilisé devant des noms pour indiquer le type, la nature ou le degré de quelque chose, exprimant souvent une similitude, un exemple ou une mesure. Peut également introduire des exemples ou souligner le caractère du nom qui suit.

1. Indicating type or kind (similar to) B1 formal

   Used before a noun to mean 'of this or that kind' or 'like the one mentioned'. It shows that the noun belongs to a particular category or shares characteristics with something previously referenced or implied.

   • I have never seen such a beautiful sunset before.
   • She has such talent that everyone admires her.
   • We faced such difficulties during the journey.
   • It was such a surprise to meet an old friend there.
   • He told such funny stories that we laughed for hours.

   🇫🇷tel (de ce genre)

2. Expressing degree or intensity B1 formal

   Placed before a noun (often with 'a' or 'an') to emphasize how great, extreme, or remarkable the quality of the noun is. It highlights the extent or surprising nature of something.

   • It was such a long day that I felt exhausted.
   • They live in such a small apartment.
   • She gave such a wonderful performance last night.
   • We had such heavy rain yesterday that the streets flooded.
   • He made such an effort to help everyone.

   🇫🇷tel / telle (marquant l'intensité)

3. Introducing examples or instances B2 formal

   Used to present specific examples of a general category or to mean 'like this/that' when giving illustrations. It often appears in phrases that list or exemplify certain things.

   • Fruits such as apples, bananas, and oranges are healthy.
   • There are many problems, such as traffic and pollution.
   • Animals such as lions and tigers live in the wild.
   • She enjoys activities such as reading and painting.
   • We need equipment such as computers and printers.

   🇫🇷Tel que, comme par exemple