Meaning & Definition
pronoun
Used to refer to a male person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
He went to the store to buy some groceries.
Used as a general reference to any male individual.
He is the best player on the team.
Used to refer to a man or boy in a specific context.
I met a man named John; he is very kind.
Used to emphasize a particular male individual.
He, more than anyone else, deserves the award.
Used in sentences where the identity of the individual is understood from the context.
If he asks for help, I will provide it.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'hē', of Germanic origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
he said:
Indicating something stated by a male.
he is who he is:
Accepting someone as they are, without pretense.
you know how he is:
Referring to someone's typical behavior.
Slang Meanings
Used to refer to a guy in a casual manner.
That dude over there, he's cool.
An informal way to address or refer to a man.
You should ask him about the game.