Il s'appelle Lucas.
His name is Lucas.
Culture note: Names in France can often indicate regional origin.
Context: Your friend tells you their child's name is Lucas.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Il
[eel]
He
A pronoun referring to a male individual.
Il est mon frère.
He is my brother.
s'
[s]
is called
Used to specify someone's name or designation.
Il s'appelle Jean.
He is called Jean.
appelle
[ah-pel]
call
To address or speak to.
Il s'appelle Robert.
He is called Robert.
Lucas
[lyoo-kah]
Lucas
A common male first name.
Il s'appelle Lucas et il est mignon.
He is called Lucas and he is cute.
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