Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ei-lo
Pronoun
/ej ˈlu/
Definition
A Portuguese term that translates to ‘him’ or ‘it’ in English, primarily used to refer to a masculine singular object or person.
Examples
- Ao ver a mesa, ele disse: ‘Ei-lo, o lugar perfeito para a reunião.’ (Upon seeing the table, he said: ‘Here it is, the perfect spot for the meeting.’)
- Ei-lo! O novo livro que eu queria! (Here it is! The new book I wanted!)
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘ei-lo’ is used to indicate the presence or existence of a specific male person or object in a more emphatic or pointed manner.
Synonyms
- ele (he)
- isto (this)
- aquilo (that)