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B1 Grammar · Lesson 27

So, such, too and enough

Use so and such for emphasis, too for excess and enough for a sufficient amount or degree.

16 min read & practice· Degree· B1 Level
Useful for:describe experiences and situationsexpress relationships between events and ideas
Curated for Cambridge C1 Advanced exam preparation.

Learning goal: So, such, too and enough

Select the correct word order around adjectives and nouns.

In a nutshell

Use so and such for emphasis, too for excess and enough for a sufficient amount or degree.

When do we use it?

Select the correct word order around adjectives and nouns.

Pattern

Form

Use so + adjective, such + (adjective) noun, too + adjective, and adjective + enough.

  • so cold
  • such a cold day
  • too expensive
  • warm enough

Examples

Key contrast

Read the whole context and identify the time, meaning, noun type or sentence structure before choosing.

Watch out

Common mistakes

  • such coldso cold
  • enough warmwarm enough

Key takeaway

Remember

Use so and such for emphasis, too for excess and enough for a sufficient amount or degree.

Self-check

Quick check

  • Find the grammar clue.
  • Check the subject and verb form.
  • Confirm that the answer fits both structure and meaning.

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