Pronomes - Aula 1 [Prof Noslen]

Summary

In this educational video, the speaker, a teacher, discusses the importance and usage of pronouns in the Portuguese language. The video covers personal pronouns (both direct and indirect) and their roles in sentences, such as subject or object. It also touches on pronouns of treatment, explaining their formal applications in different contexts, including the use of titles like 'Vossa Excelência' or 'Vossa Santidade.' The speaker provides examples, tips on common mistakes, and clarifies the distinctions between pronouns in various situations, with a goal to help viewers understand and correctly use these grammar rules.

Takeaways

• 😀 Pronouns function in relation to nouns: they can substitute, refer to, or reiterate nouns in sentences.
• 😀 Personal pronouns are categorized into two types: nominative (subject) and oblique (object).
• 😀 Nominative personal pronouns are used as subjects in sentences and directly replace nouns, e.g., 'João went to the bakery' and 'He came back with 10.'
• 😀 Oblique personal pronouns, unlike nominative ones, function as objects in sentences and replace nouns that are objects of verbs, e.g., 'He bought pens' becomes 'He bought them.'
• 😀 A common error is the misuse of nominative and oblique pronouns after prepositions. For example, 'between me and him' is correct, not 'between I and he.'
• 😀 Pronouns like 'eu' (I) and 'tu' (you) in the singular, and 'nós' (we) and 'eles' (they) in the plural, determine the verb conjugation.
• 😀 Pronouns of treatment, such as 'Vossa Excelência' or 'Vossa Majestade', are used for formal respect, particularly for authorities or people in high status.
• 😀 There are specific pronouns of treatment like 'Vossa Reverendíssima' for priests or 'Vossa Santidade' only for the Pope.
• 😀 The use of pronouns in formal writing or situations (e.g., letters or academic contexts) requires correct application of pronouns of treatment to show proper respect.
• 😀 The lesson emphasizes understanding when and how to use both subject and object pronouns correctly in everyday and formal speech.

Q & A

What is the primary function of pronouns in a sentence?

Pronouns serve to substitute, refer to, or retake nouns in a sentence, thereby avoiding redundancy and providing clarity.

What are the two types of personal pronouns discussed in the script?

The two types of personal pronouns discussed are the subject pronouns (also known as nominative case) and object pronouns (also known as oblique case).

What is the function of subject pronouns in a sentence?

Subject pronouns, such as 'I', 'you', 'he/she', function as the subject of the sentence, performing the action or being described by the verb.

Can you give an example of how subject pronouns replace nouns?

For example, in the sentence 'João went to the bakery to buy 25 loaves of bread,' 'João' is replaced by the pronoun 'he' in the sentence 'He returned with only 10.'

How do object pronouns differ from subject pronouns?

Object pronouns, like 'me', 'him', 'her', 'us', and 'them', function as the object of a verb or preposition, meaning they receive the action of the verb or are linked to the verb by a preposition.

What is a common mistake people make with pronouns after prepositions?

A common mistake is using subject pronouns after prepositions. For example, 'between I and him' is incorrect. It should be 'between me and him'.

What are pronouns of treatment, and how are they used?

Pronouns of treatment are used to show respect or formal address, especially when speaking to people of higher status or authority. Examples include 'Vossa Excelência', 'Vossa Majestade', and 'Vossa Reverência'.

Can 'you' be considered a pronoun of treatment?

Yes, 'you' is a pronoun of treatment in informal settings, but it can also be used in formal contexts when addressing someone respectfully.

What does the speaker explain about addressing priests?

The speaker clarifies that while informal interactions with priests might be relaxed, the formal treatment pronoun 'Vossa Reverência' should be used in more respectful or official contexts.

Why is 'Vossa Santidade' used specifically for the Pope?

'Vossa Santidade' is reserved for addressing the Pope, and its use for other clergy members is incorrect. It is a highly formal treatment reserved for the highest authority in the Catholic Church.