Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

este

Pronoun/Adjective
es-te
Definition
This word refers to ‘this’ in English, used to indicate something nearby.
Examples
  • Este livro é interessante. (This book is interesting.)
  • Eu gosto deste carro. (I like this car.)
  • Este lugar é bonito. (This place is beautiful.)
Meaning
Used as a demonstrative pronoun or adjective to identify a specific object or thing that is close to the speaker.
Synonyms
  • isto (this)
  • esta (this, feminine)
  • estes (these)