ela
she, her
Beginner Pronoun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈɛlɐ/
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Cultural Note
The possessive form 'dela' (of her/hers) is a contraction of 'de + ela.' This is different from 'sua' which can mean his, her, your, or their, often causing ambiguity. Brazilians frequently prefer 'dele/dela' over 'seu/sua' to avoid confusion: 'O carro dela' (her car) is clearer than 'O seu carro' (your/his/her car).
📝 Example Sentences
Ela é professora.
She is a teacher.
Este livro é dela.
This book is hers.