So
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /səʊ/ · Part of speech conjunction
Quick meaning: So is a conjunction meaning Reduced form of 'so that', used to express purpose; in order that.
Meaning
Reduced form of 'so that', used to express purpose; in order that.
More Meanings
- As a result; for that reason; therefore; because of this; due to this.
- Used to connect previous conversation or events to the following question.
- Used to introduce a rhetorical question.
- To the (explicitly stated) extent.
- To the (implied) extent.
- Very (positive or negative clause).
- (archaic) Provided that; on condition that; as long as.
Example Sentences
So how does this story end?
He ate too much cake and so he fell ill.
Eat your broccoli so you can have dessert.
“I need to go to the bathroom.” ― “So go!”
Synonyms for so
Depending on context, synonyms include that, really, truly, very, this, thus.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include then, thusly, thus, indeed, truthful, true.
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