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Subject Pronouns·lei (she) vs Lei (formal you)
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Rule reminder

In writing, 'lei' (lowercase) = she; 'Lei' (capital L) = formal you. In speech, context and situation determine meaning.

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'Lei è la mia insegnante.' — In this sentence, 'Lei' most likely means:

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→ tu vs Lei — Formal and Informal→ Formal Sentences with Lei→ voi — Plural You→ Choosing the Right Register
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