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• Palavra que indica a pessoa ou coisa que está próxima de quem fala, ou algo que acaba de ser mencionado ou está em foco no momento.

A demonstrative determiner used to refer to a specific person or thing that is close to the speaker in space, time, or thought.

1. Proximity in space or timeA1formal

   Used to identify a specific person or thing that is near the speaker in physical distance or in immediate time (present or very recent past).

   Proximidade no espaço ou no tempo

   • This book is very interesting.
   • I like this song.
   • This morning was beautiful.

2. Introduction or identificationA2informal

   Used to introduce a new topic, idea, or person to the listener, or to identify someone formally.

   Introdução ou identificação

   • This is my friend, John.
   • So, this is the plan for tomorrow.
   • Hello, this is Mary speaking.

3. Reference to something just mentionedB1formal

   Used to refer back to an idea, statement, or situation that has just been mentioned or is currently being experienced.

   Referência a algo recém-mencionado

   • I don't agree with this.
   • This is exactly what I meant.
   • Why did you do this?