Ever so/ever such a

adverb

Used to emphasize how great or extreme something is.

He was ever so kind to help me with my luggage.
Visual representation of "ever so/ever such a" - Used to emphasize how great or extreme something is.

Often appears as...

  • ever so kind
  • ever so gently
adjective

Used for emphasis along with a description, it translates as 'such a'.

There's ever such a lot of noise outside.
Visual representation of "ever so/ever such a" - Used for emphasis along with a description, it translates as 'such a'.

Often appears as...

  • ever such a lot
  • ever such a long time
adverb

Used to emphasize how great or extreme something is.

He was ever so kind to help me with my luggage.
Visual representation of "ever so/ever such a" - Used to emphasize how great or extreme something is.

Often appears as...

  • ever so kind
  • ever so gently
adjective

Used for emphasis along with a description, it translates as 'such a'.

There's ever such a lot of noise outside.
Visual representation of "ever so/ever such a" - Used for emphasis along with a description, it translates as 'such a'.

Often appears as...

  • ever such a lot
  • ever such a long time
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "ever so/ever such a"
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Emotional Intensity

Implies stronger feelings compared to 'very'. It can sound more personal or heartfelt.

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I'm ever so grateful for your support.
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British English

More common in British English, providing a slightly quaint or old-fashioned tone.

Illustration for British English
She's ever so clever with her designs.
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Polite Emphasis

Often used to make a request or expression feel more polite and respectful.

Illustration for Polite Emphasis
Could you ever so kindly pass the salt?
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Emotional Intensity

Implies stronger feelings compared to 'very'. It can sound more personal or heartfelt.

Illustration for Emotional Intensity
I'm ever so grateful for your support.
LampPro Tip 2/3

British English

More common in British English, providing a slightly quaint or old-fashioned tone.

Illustration for British English
She's ever so clever with her designs.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Polite Emphasis

Often used to make a request or expression feel more polite and respectful.

Illustration for Polite Emphasis
Could you ever so kindly pass the salt?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emotional Intensity

Implies stronger feelings compared to 'very'. It can sound more personal or heartfelt.

Illustration for Emotional Intensity
I'm ever so grateful for your support.
LampPro Tip 2/3

British English

More common in British English, providing a slightly quaint or old-fashioned tone.

Illustration for British English
She's ever so clever with her designs.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Polite Emphasis

Often used to make a request or expression feel more polite and respectful.

Illustration for Polite Emphasis
Could you ever so kindly pass the salt?
Visual representation of the word "Ever so/ever such a"

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