Chiamarlo

Chiamarlo is an Italian verb that translates to "to call him" or "to call her" in English, depending on the gender of the direct object pronoun. It is a common verb used in everyday conversation and can also refer to naming or referring to someone or something by a particular name. The infinitive form of the verb is "chiamare," meaning "to call."

The structure of "chiamarlo" involves the infinitive "chiamare" followed by the direct object pronoun "lo" (him) or "la" (her). For example, "Lo voglio chiamarlo" means "I want to call him." The pronoun can also be attached to the end of the conjugated verb, as in "Chiamalo," which means "Call him" (imperative form). This grammatical construction is typical of Italian, where pronouns are frequently attached to infinitives and imperatives.

Beyond the literal act of telephoning or summoning someone, "chiamarlo" can also imply labeling or describing something or someone. For instance, "Lo chiamano il re" means "They call him the king." This usage highlights the verb's versatility in expressing both the action of calling and the act of naming or identifying. The context usually clarifies the intended meaning.