Is it okay to replace "this is" with "he is"?
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Native speaker’s answer
Rebecca
Yes, you can replace "this is" with "he is." The speaker has used "this is" to add a feeling of emphasis and formality, but you can use "he is" to express the same meaning. Ex: This is our team's ace. Ex: He is our team's ace.