* This (masculine singular): This is the most common meaning of "este." It is used to indicate something that is close to the speaker or the person being spoken to.
* Example: "Este libro es muy interesante" (This book is very interesting).
* This one (masculine singular): It can also be used to specifically identify one item from a group.
* Example: "Este es el coche que quiero" (This is the car that I want).
* The present (masculine singular): It can also be used to refer to the current moment.
* Example: "Este mes tengo mucho trabajo" (This month I have a lot of work).
Other uses:
* "Este" can also be used to emphasize something.
* Example: "Este es el problema, no hay otra solución" (This is the problem, there's no other solution).
* It can be used in phrases like "este año" (this year), "esta semana" (this week), "este mes" (this month).
The exact meaning of "este" will depend on the context of the sentence.