Such is life Meaning in English
expression
ˈsətʃ/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz/ /ˈɫaɪf
SUCH-iz-LYFE
sˈʌtʃ/ /ˈɪz/ /lˈaɪf
SUCH-iz-LYFE
Definition
A phrase used to express acceptance of a difficult, disappointing, or unchangeable situation, meaning that sometimes bad or unexpected things just happen.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and slightly philosophical; often used after minor setbacks or disappointments. Similar to 'that's life' or 'it is what it is.' Avoid in very formal writing. Not used for severe tragedies.
Spanish: así es la vidaPortuguese (BR): é a vidaPortuguese (PT): é a vidaChinese (Simplified): 生活就是这样Chinese (Traditional): 生活就是這樣Hindi: ऐसी ही है ज़िंदगीArabic: هذه هي الحياةBengali: এমনই তো জীবন - এমনই জীবনRussian: такова жизнь - вот такая жизньJapanese: そんなものさ - それが人生さVietnamese: cuộc sống là vậy - đời là thếKorean: 사는 게 그런 거야 - 인생이란 다 그런 것Turkish: hayat böyle - hayat işteUrdu: زندگی ایسی ہی ہے - یہی زندگی ہےIndonesian: begitulah hidup - seperti itulah hidup
Example Sentences
We missed the bus, but such is life.
basic
I failed my test—such is life sometimes.
basic
It rained on our picnic; such is life!
basic
Didn't get the promotion? Well, such is life.
natural
Plans fell through at the last minute—such is life.
natural
You win some, you lose some. Such is life.
natural