Such a person vs Such person

Both 'such a person' and 'such person' are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Such a person' is used when referring to a specific individual who fits a particular description, while 'such person' is more general and refers to individuals who share a common characteristic.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"Such a person"

Use 'such a person' when you are referring to a specific individual who possesses a particular quality or characteristic.

Examples:

She is such a person that everyone admires her.
I have never met such a person before.

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Alternatives:

such an individual
such a man
such a woman
such a friend
such a teacher

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"Such person"

Use 'such person' when you are referring to individuals who share a common characteristic or quality.

Examples:

Such person should be rewarded for their hard work.
I admire such person who is always positive.

Alternatives:

people like that
individuals with those qualities
those individuals
someone like that
a person with those characteristics

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