so there

interjection
UK: /ˌsəʊ ˈðeə(r)/
US: /ˌsoʊ ˈðer/

  1. Used to emphasize a statement or decision, indicating that you are not willing to discuss it further or change your mind.

    1. I don't want to go, so there! [ ] [ ]
    2. I've made up my mind, so there is nothing more to discuss about my decision. [ ] [ ]

  2. An expression of triumph or satisfaction at having proved someone wrong or having achieved something.

    1. I told you I could do it, so there! [ ] [ ]
    2. I finally fixed the car, so there to all those who said it couldn't be done. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "so there" in English means: Used to emphasize a statement or decision, indicating that you are not willing to discuss it further or change your mind., An expression of triumph or satisfaction at having proved someone wrong or having achieved something..

The phonetic transcription of "so there" is /ˌsəʊ ˈðeə(r)/ in British English and /ˌsoʊ ˈðer/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "so there": "I don't want to go, so there!". More examples on the page.