So

/soʊ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Of a certain kind or variety.

It was a so solution to their problem.

adverb

To such a great extent.

It was so cold outside that I had to wear a heavy coat.

For that reason; therefore.

I was tired, so I went to bed early.

In the manner described.

He danced so beautifully that everyone was mesmerized.

Used for emphasis.

I’m so excited for the concert tonight!

conjunction

With the result that; in order that.

She studied hard so she could pass the exam.

As such; such as.

I don’t like ice cream, so I won’t have any.

pronoun

Used to refer to something emphatically.

So is true that he won the competition.

Old English sō, sēo, sēo (feminine) meaning 'so, thus, in this way.'

so what

used to dismiss a situation as insignificant

so far

up to the present time

so to speak

used to indicate that a phrase is a form of metaphor

such

of the kind previously mentioned

that

used to identify a specific person or thing observed

Used for emphasis; like 'very'.

That was so awesome!

To ask for clarification or affirmation.

So, you're coming to the party?