Meaning
to him
- to them
In a sentence
Gli mando un messaggio dopo cena.
I'll send him a message after dinner.
Perché non gli dici la verità oggi?
Why don't you tell him the truth today?
Gli ho dato il libro ieri sera.
I gave him the book last night.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| gli | Dat · masculine · singular |
| gli | Dat · masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'gli' for indirect object 'to him/it' (masculine singular). Never for 'to her'—use 'le' instead.
- Common mistake: confusing 'gli' (to him) with 'lo' (him). 'Gli do il libro' = I give *him* the book.
- No contraction with 'a'—'a lui' is correct, not 'agli'. 'Gli' already includes 'to'.