Basic Details
Word: So
Part of Speech: Adverb / Conjunction / Pronoun
Meaning: Used to indicate the result or consequence of something, or to emphasize degree. Example: "She was so tired that she fell asleep immediately."
Synonyms: Therefore, thus, extremely, very
Antonyms: None (context-dependent)
Idioms and Phrases
- So far so good: Everything is going well up to this point. Example: "The project is challenging, but so far so good."
- So be it: Used to express acceptance of a situation. Example: "If that's your decision, so be it."
- So much for: Indicates the end or failure of something. Example: "So much for our plan to go hiking-it rained all day."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She was so excited about the trip that she couldn't sleep.
Example 2: He studied hard, so he passed the exam with flying colors.
Example 3: The movie was so interesting that I watched it twice.
Fun Fact
The word "so" is one of the most versatile words in English and can function as an adverb, conjunction, pronoun, and interjection. It has roots in Old English "swa," meaning "in this manner."
Famous Quote
"So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable." - Christopher Reeve
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. Which part of speech can "so" be?
a) Noun
b) Adverb / Conjunction / Pronoun
c) Verb
d) Adjective
Answer: b) Adverb / Conjunction / Pronoun
2. What does the phrase "so far so good" mean?
a) Everything is going well so far
b) Everything has failed
c) Nothing is happening
d) It's over
Answer: a) Everything is going well so far
3. Which sentence uses "so" correctly?
a) She was so happy to see her friend.
b) I so went to the market yesterday.
c) He is so the store.
d) We so playing football.
Answer: a) She was so happy to see her friend.
4. What is the meaning of "so be it"?
a) Expressing disagreement
b) Expressing acceptance
c) Expressing surprise
d) Expressing doubt
Answer: b) Expressing acceptance
5. Which of the following is a synonym of "so" in terms of result?
a) Therefore
b) But
c) Although
d) If
Answer: a) Therefore
