быть такой

to be like that; to be such (feminine singular)

→ быть
phrase Very common #1,389
to be like that; to be such (feminine singular) This phrase combines the infinitive быть (“to be”) with the feminine singular form такой (“such” or “like that”). The adjective agrees with a feminine singular person or thing. In natural sentences, it often appears with a modifying adjective, as in быть такой сильной (“to be so strong”).
RU: Иногда трудно быть такой сильной.
EN: Sometimes it is hard to be so strong.

Зачем ты пытаешься быть такой злой?

Why are you trying to be so mean?

— Дьяволицы (1955)

Как я могла быть такой дурой?

How could I be such a fool?