lo
it · him
Palabra que se usa para hablar de una cosa, idea o acción sin decir su nombre.
The Spanish word "lo" is a pronoun used as a direct object or neuter article.
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As a direct object pronoun, it means "him," "it," or "you" (formal, masculine singular) depending on context.
- Example: Lo vi – "I saw him/it."
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As a neuter article, it is used before adjectives or past participles to form abstract nouns or concepts.
- Example: Lo importante – "The important thing."
"Lo" does not have a direct English equivalent in some cases, especially when used to form abstract ideas.
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Examples
Lo tengo en mi mochila.pronoun
I have it in my backpack.
¿Tú lo viste en la calle?pronoun
Did you see him in the street?
No lo comprendo muy bien.pronoun
I do not understand it very well.
El pan está listo; lo puedes comer.pronoun
The bread is ready; you can eat it.
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