such

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

• 🇨🇳形容词，用于强调程度或性质，后面常接名词短语；也可表示“这样的、那种的”。

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.

   🇨🇳如此

   同义词: 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.

   🇨🇳这样的

   同义词: 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.

   🇨🇳如此…以至于

   同义词: 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.

• 🇨🇳用于强调程度或方式的副词，常用于“such”或“so”结构中；修饰形容词或副词以表示强度或方式。

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.

   🇨🇳如此

   同义词: 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.

• 🇨🇳用于名词前，指代某类、某种或某种程度的事物，常表示相似、举例或程度；也可用来引出例子或强调后面名词的性质。

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.

   🇨🇳表示种类或类型（类似）

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.

   🇨🇳表示程度或强度

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.

   🇨🇳举例或引述