Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

de

Preposition
/deɪ/
Definition
A prefix used in some compound words, often indicating removal or reversal.
Examples
  • Ela é amiga de Pedro. (She is a friend of Pedro.)
  • Eu sou de São Paulo. (I am from São Paulo.)
  • O livro é de Maria. (The book is Maria’s.)
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘de’ translates to ‘of’ or ‘from’ in English, signifying possession or origin.
Synonyms
  • de
  • da
  • do