How to Pronounce "such as it is"
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.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsətʃ/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz
British English
sˈʌtʃ/ /ˈæs/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUHCH-az-it-IZ
UK
SUCH-az-it-IZ
Listen in Context
Here's my report, such as it is.
We offer free advice, such as it is.
This is my painting, such as it is.
I brought you dinner, such as it is—just leftovers from the fridge.