1. Here: This is the most common meaning of "ci." It's used to indicate proximity, like "here" in English.
* Example: "Le livre est ci." (The book is here.)
2. This: "Ci" can also be used to refer to something that is close to the speaker. It's similar to "this" in English.
* Example: "Ci est mon ami." (This is my friend.)
3. This place: "Ci" can be used to specify a particular location, similar to "this place."
* Example: "J'aime bien rester ci." (I like staying here.)
4. Part of a compound: "Ci" is often used in compound words, such as "ici" (here), "voici" (here is/here are), or "voici" (here are).
Important Note: "Ci" is usually followed by a noun or pronoun.
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