Such as it is Meaning in English
expression
ˈsətʃ/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz
SUHCH-az-it-IZ
sˈʌtʃ/ /ˈæs/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈɪz
SUCH-az-it-IZ
Definition
This phrase modestly refers to something that is not ideal or impressive, as in 'here it is, even though it may not be great.'
Usage & Nuances
Usually slightly apologetic or self-deprecating; placed after mentioning something being offered or presented. Common in informal speech and writing. Not interchangeable with 'for example.' Often used to modestly lower expectations.
Spanish: tal como es - en el estado en que estáPortuguese (BR): do jeito que está - como estáPortuguese (PT): tal como está - como estáChinese (Simplified): 就这样 - 如此而已Chinese (Traditional): 就這樣 - 如此而已Hindi: जैसा भी हैArabic: كما هوBengali: যেমন তেমন - যতটুকু সম্ভবRussian: как есть - что естьJapanese: たいしたものではありませんが - こんなものですがVietnamese: dù không hay lắm - như vậy thôiKorean: 별 건 아니지만 - 이 정도지만Turkish: olduğu kadar - elimde olan buUrdu: جیسا ہے ویسا ہےIndonesian: seadanya - apa adanya
Example Sentences
Here's my report, such as it is.
basic
We offer free advice, such as it is.
basic
This is my painting, such as it is.
basic
I brought you dinner, such as it is—just leftovers from the fridge.
natural
Well, that's my suggestion, such as it is.
natural
Enjoy the music, such as it is—my guitar skills aren't great.
natural