Understanding Indirect Object Pronouns in Português
In Português, indirect object pronouns are words that replace the indirect object in a sentence. The indirect object is the person or thing that receives the benefit or result of the action. For example, in the sentence 'I give the book to Maria,' Maria is the indirect object because she receives the book.
Important Points
- The indirect object pronouns in Português are: me, te, lhe, nos, vos, lhes.
- These pronouns agree with the person receiving the action.
- They are often used to avoid repeating the indirect object in a sentence.
- In a sentence, the indirect object pronoun usually comes before the verb.
Examples
- Eu lhe dou um presente. (I give him/her a gift.)
- Nós te contamos uma história. (We tell you a story.)
- Eles nos enviaram uma carta. (They sent us a letter.)
Remember that the placement of these pronouns can change in certain situations, such as with infinitives, gerunds, and affirmative commands. In these cases, the pronoun is attached to the end of the verb.
Examples
- Quero lhe falar. (I want to talk to him/her.)
- Estou te contando. (I am telling you.)
- Dê-nos o livro. (Give us the book.)