Definition Synonyms
Definition of so - Reverso English Dictionary
Adverb
1.
degreeto such an extent or degree
- The cake was so delicious that I ate it all.
2.
logictherefore, as a result
- It was late, so I decided to leave..
3.
similarityin the same way or to the same extent
- He sings so well as his brother.
4.
sequenceDated subsequently or soon afterwardDated
- She finished her homework, so she went out to play.
5.
indicationRare in the way indicatedRare
- Hold the book so while reading.
6.
mannerRare in a particular mannerRare
- He arranged the flowers so beautifully.
Conjunction
1.
logicindicates result or consequence
- She was tired, so she went to bed early..
2.
linguisticsindicates purpose or intention
- He studied hard so he could pass the exam..
3.
languageRare introduces a rhetorical questionRare
- So, who really cares about that?
Interjection
1.
conversationUS used to introduce a new topic or questionUS
- So, what do you think about the movie?
2.
communicationused to ask for further explanation
- So, what does that mean for us?
3.
agreementRare expressing strong agreement or confirmationRare
- So, that's how it works!
Adjective
1.
truthtrue or factual in nature
- His statement was so, according to the report.
2.
similarityhaving the same quality or state as mentioned
- The cake was so delicious, just as expected.
Noun
1.
music scaleTECH. syllable used to denote the fifth tone of a diatonic scaleTECH.
- In the scale, do, re, mi, fa, so, la, ti, do, 'so' is the fifth..
2.
foodsRare ancient Japanese dairy product made by boiling milkRare
- The recipe called for traditional 'so' as an ingredient.
Acronym
- Some so called twice, but left no name or message.
Images of so
ancient Japanese dairy product made by boiling milk
Expressions with so
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for a long duration of time
She waited so long for the bus.
confirming something unfortunate or undesirable is true
"Is the event canceled?" "Afraid so."
express a wish for something to happen
I hope so, it would be great if it works.
used to introduce a statement contrasting or true despite the previous one
Even so, she decided to go ahead with the plan.
used to indicate continuation of a list or ideas
I need eggs, milk, bread, and so on for the recipe..
happens from time to time without regularity
She visits her grandparents every so often.
laugh with such intensity that tears come from the eyes
The joke made me laugh so hard I cry every time.
acceptable or satisfactory
The weather today is not so bad, we can go for a walk.
used to tell someone to stop or slow down
Not so fast, we need to check everything first.
everything is going well up to now
We've finished the first part of the project, so far so good.
used to indicate something is believed by others
She is the best chef in town, so they say.
used to indicate continuation of a list or ideas
I need eggs, milk, bread, and so forth for the recipe..
to be in a very favorable situation
They have it so good with their new jobs and house.
expresses strong agreement or obvious truth
"Was it a good movie?" "I should say so!"
said after praising yourself, showing pride with a hint of modesty
That was a great speech, if I say so myself.
used to agree without enthusiasm
"We should leave now." "If you say so."
occurs by chance without planning
It just so happens I have an extra ticket.
emphasizes the truth of a statement
It so happens that he is the best player.
in this manner or way
Fold the paper like so to make a crane.
possibly feasible though unconventional and surprising
That idea is so crazy it just might work!
indicates that something has ended or failed
So much for the project; it was canceled.
completely tired of or finished with something
I'm so over this boring movie.
used to show indifference to a statement
He said it's raining. So what?
by a very large amount or degree
Thank you ever so much for your help!
Origin of so
Old English, swa (in this way)
Terms with so included in their meaning
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position
so as to be enclosed by something
retain
keep something so you do not lose it
secure
fasten something so it cannot be opened without a key
soft speech
speak very softly so only one person can hear
create opening
pierce material so a gap forms through it
combination
combine two or more substances so that they become one
removal
so as to remove or separate
securely
firmly, so as not to come loose
so far
up to now or until a specified or implied time
audible speech
spoken so others can hear, not just thought
supplies
use all of something so none is left
flatten
level a surface so it has no bumps
control
set a maximum boundary so something cannot go beyond it
physical shaping
form something so it has a particular outline
hand grip
hold something so it stops shaking or moving around
help balance
support someone so they do not fall
object height
positioned so it is even with a person's eyes
liquid excess
covered with so much liquid that drops fall off
past experience
already experienced it, so not eager to repeat it
quality
in the best condition or state so far
infant care
relating to nursing a baby, or intended for mothers who do so
full of emotion
full of something so much it is hard to contain
consolation
used to comfort someone by suggesting things aren't so bad
extreme amusement
laugh so hard that tears come out
Examples of so in a sentence
She was so tired that she couldn't keep her eyes open. She was tired, so she went to bed. The store was closed, so we left. She dances so gracefully as her mentor. The twins dress so alike it's confusing. He packed his bags, so he left immediately.
The meeting ended, so they all went home. Arrange the flowers so for the best effect. She adjusted the mirror so to see the entire room. She folded the napkins so neatly. The artist painted the scene so vividly. It was raining, so we stayed indoors. He forgot his keys, so he couldn't enter the house. She saved money so she could travel. He whispered so no one would hear. So, what are we going to do now? So, is this really the best option? So, where are we heading next? So, have you finished your assignment? So, can you clarify that point? So, how does this affect our plan? So, you're finally here! So, we all agree on this plan? The facts were so, as confirmed by witnesses. Her account of the event was so, according to the evidence. The soup was so spicy, just like last time. Her dress was so elegant, just as she had hoped. She sang 'so' perfectly in the choir. The music teacher asked them to hold the 'so' longer. In ancient times, so was a staple in Japanese diets. Artisans crafted so using traditional methods. So was seen leaving the scene quickly. The detective asked if anyone knew so.
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- French:tellement, pour que, ...
- German:so, damit, ...
- Italian:così, allora, ...
- Spanish:tan, para, ...
- Portuguese:tão, para que, ...
- Chinese:如此, 以便, ...
- Japanese:とても, ために, ...
- Arabic:جداً, لكي, ...
- Hebrew:כָּל כָּךְ, כְּדֵי, ...
- Russian:так, чтобы, ...
- Ukrainian:так, щоб, ...
- Hindi:इतना, ताकि, ...
Definition of SO - Reverso English Dictionary
Acronym
1.
acr: Significant OtherRare US person you are in a romantic relationship withRare US
- I am going to dinner with my SO tonight.
2.
acr: strike outRare US remove something from a list or documentRare US
- Please SO the incorrect entries.
3.
- Give a SO to our amazing volunteers!
4.
acr: senior officerRare US person with a high rank in an organizationRare US
- The SO will review your application.
5.
acr: sales orderTECH. US document listing products or services sold to a customerTECH. US
- We received the SO for the new order.
Examples of SO in a sentence
Her SO is meeting us at the party. You can SO that item from the agenda. They decided to SO his name from the list. Let’s give a SO to our sponsors! Big SO to the team for their hard work! The SO signed off on the report.
Ask the SO for final approval. The SO was approved by the manager. Please attach the SO to the invoice.
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- French:partenaire, biffer, ...
- German:feste Partnerin oder fester Partner, streichen, ...
- Italian:partner, SB, ...
- Spanish:pareja, tachar, ...
- Portuguese:companheiro ou companheira, riscar, ...
- Chinese:重要他人, 划掉, ...
- Japanese:SO, 削除する, ...
- Arabic:شريك الحياة, شطب, ...
- Hebrew:בֶּן זוּג מַשְׁמָעוּתִי, לִמְחוֹק בְּקוֹ, ...
- Russian:партнер, зачеркнуть, ...
- Ukrainian:Значуща інша, викреслити, ...
- Hindi:साथी, काट देना, ...
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