Annullarlo

Annullarlo is the Italian verb phrase formed by annullare (to cancel, to void) with the direct object pronoun lo, meaning that the action refers to canceling a masculine singular noun previously mentioned. It expresses the idea of rendering something ineffective, void, or no longer in effect.

Usage and contexts

Annullare is a transitive verb used in a variety of contexts, including contracts, tickets, orders, appointments, meetings, events, or any decision or action that needs to be rescinded. It can appear in formal or informal language and is often found in administrative, legal, or logistical settings. In everyday speech, speakers frequently use the contracted form annullarlo to refer to a specific masculine object, such as a contract or ticket.

Grammatical notes

Annullarlo is built from annullare plus the direct object pronoun lo. The pronoun must agree with the gender and number of the noun it replaces: annullarlo (masculine singular), annullarla (feminine singular), annullarli (masculine plural), annullarle (feminine plural). In conjugated forms, the pronoun typically precedes the finite verb: “Devo annullarlo” (I have to cancel it). In compound tenses that use avere, the past participle agrees with the object when the pronoun is present: “L’ho annullato” (I cancelled it).

Examples

Devo annullarlo. We have to cancel it.

Abbiamo annullato l’ordine. We canceled the order.

Il biglietto è stato annullato. The ticket has been canceled.

Related terms

Related nouns include annullamento (cancellation/voiding) and cancellazione (erasure or deletion). Related verbs include cancellare and revocare, which cover slightly different nuances of removing or undoing an obligation or status.