So
Example: It rains so we stay inside today
Definition
"So" is a versatile coordinating conjunction used to indicate cause, result, or consequence. In the phrase "It rains so we stay inside today," "so" connects the cause (rain) with the result (staying inside), showing that one event leads directly to another.
Etymology
The word "so" originates from Old English "swa," meaning "in this way" or "thus." Over time, it evolved to serve various grammatical functions, including as a conjunction to express cause and effect. Fun fact: "so" is one of the most flexible words in English, used in many contexts beyond just conjunction.
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"So" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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