[Vocabulary] Such as/suach like

[Marina Gaidar]

Hi once more!

What is the difference between 'such as' and 'such like'?

Thanks

 

[emsr2d2]

Why don't you try writing some example sentences and we will see how you think they are used?

 

[Marina Gaidar]

Why don't you try writing some example sentences and we will see how you think they are used?

They try to develop their 'soft skills', such as initiative and decision making.

In this case I clearly understand that I should use 'such as', but I need to know why 'such like' doesn't suit here.

 

[emsr2d2]

Such as = like
Such like = similar [things] to something already mentioned.

I love citrus fruit, such as grapefruit and oranges.
I love citrus fruit, like grapefruit and oranges.
I love citrus fruit - oranges, grapefruits and such like.

With "such as", you are giving examples of something you have just mentioned. With "and such like", you are saying "the things I already mentioned and other things which are similar to them".