Object pronouns Flashcards
What is direct object pronouns (DOP)?
The direct recipients of an action; used for “whom?” or “what?” - e.g. “Vedo il libro. È sul tavolo” (I see the book. It’s on the table) → “Lo vedo. È sul tavolo” (I see it. It’s on the table)
DOP for ‘me’
Mi
DOP for ‘you’ (singular + informal)
Ti
DOP for ‘him/it’ (masc)
Lo
DOP for ‘her/it’ (fem)
La
DOP for ‘us’
Ci
DOP for ‘you’ (plural)
Vi
DOP for ‘them’ (masc)
Li
DOP for ‘them’ (fem)
Le
What is indirect object pronouns (IOP)
Indicates ‘to whom’ or ‘for whom’ the action is performed - e.g. “Darò il libro a Maria” (I’ll give the book to Maria) → “Le darò il libro” (I’ll give her the book)
IOP for ‘me’
Mi
IOP for ‘you’ (singular + informal)
Ti
IOP for ‘him’
Gli
IOP for ‘her’
Le
IOP for ‘you’ (plural)
Vi