# such as

idiom · CEFR A1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/such-as
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

You use 'such as' to give one or more examples of something you are talking about. It means 'for example'.

## Examples

- I like fruits such as apples and bananas.
- The store sells many items, such as notebooks, pens, and paper, for students.
- The region is famous for its natural beauty, such as the deep blue lakes and the tall, snow-covered mountains that surround the valley.

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