Such vs. Such A
Native English speakers use 'such' and 'such a,' easily without trouble, but there is a problem for new learners.
What Are Their Main Differences?
The main difference between 'such' and 'such a' is the noun that is used after them. As you know, 'singular nouns' need articles (a/an) and 'plural' ones do not.
Differences
Nouns That Can Follow Them
- 'Such':
is followed by plural countable nouns or uncountable nouns.
- 'Such a':
is followed by singular countable nouns.
The little girl is matured .")
I have never seen a terrible .")
Similarities
Grammatical Functions
- 'Such' and 'such a':
is used as a determiner before noun phrases to add emphasis to a statement that has been mentioned earlier.
I have been in
We have had
I myself love to have