There’s/that’s… for you

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phrase

Used to express that something is a typical or good example of something.

Look at the sunset, that's nature for you.
Visual representation of "there’s/that’s… for you" - Used to express that something is a typical or good example of something

Often appears as...

  • that's life for you
  • that's kids for you

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to express annoyance or resignation about a characteristic or action of someone or something.

He arrived late again. That's Peter for you!
Visual representation of "there’s/that’s… for you" - Used to express annoyance or resignation about a characteristic or action of someone or something

Often appears as...

  • that's him for you
  • that's the system for you

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic, Colloquial

phrase

Used to explain or emphasize a situation or fact.

There's a new park opening up in my neighborhood. That's progress for you.
Visual representation of "there’s/that’s… for you" - Used to explain or emphasize a situation or fact

Often appears as...

  • there's reality for you
  • there's justice for you

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to express that something is a typical or good example of something.

Look at the sunset, that's nature for you.
Visual representation of "there’s/that’s… for you" - Used to express that something is a typical or good example of something

Often appears as...

  • that's life for you
  • that's kids for you

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to express annoyance or resignation about a characteristic or action of someone or something.

He arrived late again. That's Peter for you!
Visual representation of "there’s/that’s… for you" - Used to express annoyance or resignation about a characteristic or action of someone or something

Often appears as...

  • that's him for you
  • that's the system for you

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic, Colloquial

phrase

Used to explain or emphasize a situation or fact.

There's a new park opening up in my neighborhood. That's progress for you.
Visual representation of "there’s/that’s… for you" - Used to explain or emphasize a situation or fact

Often appears as...

  • there's reality for you
  • there's justice for you

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 3
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Typical Examples

Use it when pointing out a perfect example of a common trait or occurrence.

Illustration for Typical Examples
She can eat a whole pizza by herself - that's appetite for you!
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Positive Spin

It can be used to highlight a positive aspect of something generally seen as negative.

Illustration for Positive Spin
This rain will water the crops – that’s nature for you.
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Sarcastic Praise

Sometimes said with a hint of sarcasm when the example is not actually positive.

Illustration for Sarcastic Praise
My phone died halfway through the call – that's technology for you!
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