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UK//ðeə(r) ɪz sʌtʃ ə θɪŋ əz//US//ðɛr ɪz sʌtʃ ə θɪŋ æz//

Meaning of There is such a thing as

Used to assert the existence of something.

In simple words: It means that something exists.

There is such a thing as in a sentence

  • There is such a thing as happiness in small moments.
  • People say there is such a thing as true love.
  • In art, there is such a thing as abstract expressionism.
  • Many believe there is such a thing as fate.
  • In science, there is such a thing as gravity that keeps us grounded.

How to use There is such a thing as

Commonly used to introduce a fact or a situation that may be surprising. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of it like 'There's definitely something here!'

Related words

Collocations with There is such a thing as

  • there is such a thing as love
  • there is such a thing as success
  • there is such a thing as friendship

Synonyms for There is such a thing as

  • there exists
  • such exists
  • it is true that
  • this exists

Common mistakes with There is such a thing as

  • Confusing this phrase with 'there are all sorts of things'.
  • Using it in overly informal settings.
  • Omitting 'as' at the end of the phrase.

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Frequently asked questions about There is such a thing as

What does There is such a thing as mean?

It means that something exists.

What is the definition of There is such a thing as?

Used to assert the existence of something.

How do you use There is such a thing as in a sentence?

There is such a thing as happiness in small moments.

Can you give another example of There is such a thing as?

People say there is such a thing as true love.

What are synonyms for There is such a thing as?

Common alternatives include there exists, such exists, it is true that, this exists.

What words go with There is such a thing as?

It commonly pairs with there is such a thing as love, there is such a thing as success, there is such a thing as friendship.

What are common mistakes when using There is such a thing as?

Confusing this phrase with 'there are all sorts of things'. Using it in overly informal settings. Omitting 'as' at the end of the phrase.

How do you pronounce There is such a thing as?

US: //ðɛr ɪz sʌtʃ ə θɪŋ æz//, UK: //ðeə(r) ɪz sʌtʃ ə θɪŋ əz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use There is such a thing as?

Commonly used to introduce a fact or a situation that may be surprising. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English.