Definition of "it is what it is" in English

Phrase

1. That's life; expressing resignment to a situation or set of circumstances, usually without complaint

   • Unfortunately the insurance doesn't cover that. Sorry, but it is what it is.

2. Let it be; accept the fact and let the matter rest. Who cares?; I don't care.

3. Who cares?; I don't care.

4. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see it,‎ is,‎ what,‎ it,‎ is. This thing has its own distinct nature; this thing is itself.