such a stupid

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "such a stupid" is not correct in written English as it is incomplete and lacks a noun to modify.
It can be used in contexts where you want to express frustration or disapproval, but it needs to be followed by a noun, such as "such a stupid idea" or "such a stupid mistake." Example: "I can't believe you would suggest such a stupid thing."

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

58 human-written examples

"That's what upsets me – such a stupid.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

But how could they make such a stupid mistake?

The New York Times

"It was such a stupid thing to do, as events happened, such a stupid thing even to contemplate doing".

The New York Times

Except that it's such a stupid thing to do.

The Guardian - Tech

He had such a stupid e-mail address.

The New Yorker

"He's such a stupid little character," he told the newspaper.

The New Yorker

As it turns out, it wasn't such a stupid question.

The Guardian - Travel

It's such a stupid thing to say, it's insensitive.

The Guardian - Music

"I can't believe he would do such a stupid thing".

The New York Times

Such a stupid question- they go to brothels, of course".

The Guardian

"For me, nail polish is such a stupid thing to react on," Lindberg said.

The New York Times - Sports

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Complete the phrase with a noun to adhere to grammatical correctness. For example, use "such a stupid idea" instead of just "such a stupid".

Common error

Avoid using "such a stupid" without a following noun in formal writing. This construction is incomplete and grammatically incorrect. Always specify what is stupid, such as "such a stupid mistake" or "such a stupid decision".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "such a stupid" functions as a modifier expressing strong disapproval or criticism. It's typically used to describe something (an idea, action, statement) as foolish or unintelligent. However, according to Ludwig, the phrase needs a noun to be grammatically complete.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

98%

Wiki

1%

Science

1%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "such a stupid" is frequently used, especially in news and media, to express disapproval or criticism. However, Ludwig AI advises that it is grammatically incomplete and requires a noun to follow (e.g., "such a stupid idea"). While common in informal speech, it should be avoided in formal writing. Alternatives like "such a ludicrous" or "such a nonsensical" might be appropriate depending on the context. Remember to always complete the phrase to maintain grammatical correctness.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

such a ludicrous

Replaces "stupid" with a more sophisticated synonym, maintaining the same structure and critical tone. /s/such+a+ludicrous

such a nonsensical

Replaces "stupid" with "nonsensical", emphasizing the lack of logic or reason in something. /s/such+a+nonsensical

such a brainless

Substitutes "stupid" with "brainless", directly attacking the intelligence behind an action or idea. /s/such+a+brainless

such a moronic

Replaces "stupid" with "moronic", a stronger, more derogatory term implying foolishness. /s/such+a+moronic

such a senseless

Replaces "stupid" with "senseless", focusing on the lack of purpose or reason behind something. /s/such+a+senseless

said a stupid

Restructures the sentence to focus on the act of saying something stupid, shifting the emphasis slightly. /s/said+a+stupid

such a daft

Uses the word "daft" instead of "stupid", which is more common in British English, carrying the same connotation. /s/such+a+daft

such a dumb

Uses "dumb" as a more casual and common substitute for "stupid", maintaining the negative connotation. /s/such+a+dumb

such a dopey

Employs "dopey" in place of "stupid", which reduces the severity of the original term. /s/such+a+dopey

such a silly

Replaces "stupid" with "silly", softening the criticism and suggesting something is foolish rather than unintelligent. /s/such+a+silly

FAQs

How should I properly use "such a stupid" in a sentence?

To use "such a stupid" correctly, follow it with a noun to complete the phrase, such as "such a stupid idea" or "such a stupid mistake". Without a noun, it's grammatically incomplete.

What are some alternatives to "such a stupid"?

Depending on the context, you could use alternatives like "such a foolish", "such an idiotic", or "such a ridiculous".

Is it grammatically correct to say just "such a stupid"?

No, "such a stupid" is grammatically incomplete. It needs to be followed by a noun to specify what you're describing as stupid, like "such a stupid question" or "such a stupid answer".

In what situations is it acceptable to use "such a stupid"?

While grammatically incorrect, "such a stupid" might be acceptable in very informal or conversational settings where brevity is prioritized. However, avoid it in formal writing.