So be it

phrase

Used to express acceptance or resignation in regard to something.

If it's going to rain during our picnic, then so be it, we'll have it indoors.
Visual representation of "so be it" - Used to express acceptance or resignation in regard to something

Often appears as...

  • if that's the case
  • so be it

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Shows one is prepared to accept a situation, although they don't necessarily like it.

I know you don't want to apologize, but if that is what it takes, then so be it
Visual representation of "so be it" - Shows one is prepared to accept a situation, although they don't necessarily like it

Often appears as...

  • if it is the only way
  • so be it

Usage tips

Resignation

Idiomatic

phrase

Used summarily at the end of a statement, denoting that the statement is final or resolute.

You are grounded for a week, so be it
Visual representation of "so be it" - Used summarily at the end of a statement, denoting that the statement is final or resolute

Often appears as...

  • firm resolve
  • so be it

Usage tips

Finality

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to express acceptance or resignation in regard to something.

If it's going to rain during our picnic, then so be it, we'll have it indoors.
Visual representation of "so be it" - Used to express acceptance or resignation in regard to something

Often appears as...

  • if that's the case
  • so be it

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Shows one is prepared to accept a situation, although they don't necessarily like it.

I know you don't want to apologize, but if that is what it takes, then so be it
Visual representation of "so be it" - Shows one is prepared to accept a situation, although they don't necessarily like it

Often appears as...

  • if it is the only way
  • so be it

Usage tips

Resignation

Idiomatic

phrase

Used summarily at the end of a statement, denoting that the statement is final or resolute.

You are grounded for a week, so be it
Visual representation of "so be it" - Used summarily at the end of a statement, denoting that the statement is final or resolute

Often appears as...

  • firm resolve
  • so be it

Usage tips

Finality

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "so be it"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Acceptance Tone

Indicates you're willing to accept an outcome, often despite some disappointment or reluctance.

Illustration for Acceptance Tone
They want the window shut, so be it.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not Preferable

'So be it' suggests the outcome isn't your first choice but you will deal with it.

Illustration for Not Preferable
If I must work late to finish this, so be it.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Slightly Formal

This phrase has a formal tone and might not be common in casual conversation.

Illustration for Slightly Formal
We will abide by the committee's decision, so be it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Acceptance Tone

Indicates you're willing to accept an outcome, often despite some disappointment or reluctance.

Illustration for Acceptance Tone
They want the window shut, so be it.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not Preferable

'So be it' suggests the outcome isn't your first choice but you will deal with it.

Illustration for Not Preferable
If I must work late to finish this, so be it.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Slightly Formal

This phrase has a formal tone and might not be common in casual conversation.

Illustration for Slightly Formal
We will abide by the committee's decision, so be it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Acceptance Tone

Indicates you're willing to accept an outcome, often despite some disappointment or reluctance.

Illustration for Acceptance Tone
They want the window shut, so be it.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not Preferable

'So be it' suggests the outcome isn't your first choice but you will deal with it.

Illustration for Not Preferable
If I must work late to finish this, so be it.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Slightly Formal

This phrase has a formal tone and might not be common in casual conversation.

Illustration for Slightly Formal
We will abide by the committee's decision, so be it.
Visual representation of the word "So be it"

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