so

//soʊ//
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Adverb

1

To such a great extent or degree; very much.

I'm so tired today.

2

In the way or manner indicated, described, or implied; like this or that.

Hold the pen so and you can write more easily.

3

To the same extent; equally (used in comparisons).

She is not so tall as her brother.

4

Very; extremely; really (used for emphasis).

I'm so tired today.

5

Therefore; consequently; for that reason.

I was tired, so I went to bed early.

Synonym

veryextremelythustherefore

Conjunction

1

With the result or consequence that; therefore.

I was tired, so I went to bed early.

2

In order that; so that.

I left early so I could catch the train.

3

And for that reason; and therefore.

I was tired, so I went to bed early.

Synonym

thereforethushence

Adjective

1

True; accurate; correct (used to confirm or agree with a statement).

"You're leaving tomorrow?" "That's so."

2

In that state or condition; as indicated.

The room was messy and remained so for weeks.

Interjection

1

Used to introduce a question, statement, or comment, often to resume a conversation or change the subject.

So, what do you think?

2

Used to express surprise, realization, or understanding.

So that's how you do it!