él se llamaba

A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. his name was
A word or phrase that is masculine (e.g., el libro).
(masculine)
Hacían una linda pareja. Él se llamaba Joaquín, y ella, Analía.They made a nice couple. His name was Joaquin, and hers, Analia.
b. he was called
A word or phrase that is masculine (e.g., el libro).
(masculine)
El hombre viajaba con su hija. Él se llamaba Franco, y ella se llamaba Elisa.The man was travelling with his daughter. He was called Franco, and she was called Elisa.
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