dhe
/ðe/
The English word "and" is translated into Albanian as dhe. Wiktionary also lists e (gheg).
Meaning: used to connect two similar words, phrases, et cetera (conj)
Ways to say it
| Albanian | IPA |
|---|---|
| dhe | /ðe/ |
| e (gheg) |
This conjunction is used to connect two similar words, phrases, et cetera.
Which one should you use?
dhe is the standard way to say 'and' in both formal and informal settings.
How do you pronounce it?
/ðe/
Did you know?
- While dhe is the conjunction for 'and', the same word dhe is also the Albanian noun for 'earth' or 'soil'.
- In some traditional Albanian songs and poetry, the repetition of dhe is used as a rhythmic device to build emotional intensity.
- In certain northern dialects, specifically the Gheg dialect, the word for 'and' changes to e.
Examples in context
- Ulu dhe fol me mua.Sit down and talk to me.This sentence shows how to use dhe to connect two imperative verbs.Tatoeba #8737930 by arberaga, translation #3181235 by CK
- Shqiptarët e duan Mekën dhe Medinen.Albanians love Mecca and Medina.This sentence uses dhe to connect two proper nouns.Tatoeba #10002945 by QAzaqQA, translation #10006622 by QAzaqQA
- Ti duhet të ndalosh pijen dhe cigaren.You should give up drinking and smoking.This sentence uses dhe to connect two nouns representing habits or activities.Tatoeba #1962757 by Ylberi, translation #16006 by Swift
- Unë preferoj të lexoj edhe të shkruaj.I prefer to read and write.
- 45 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Majlinda and Ervin are discussing what to buy at the store.
- MajlindaNa duhen bukë dhe qumësht.We need bread and milk.
- ErvinA duam edhe mollë?Do we want apples too?
- MajlindaPo, blej mollë dhe pjepër.Yes, buy apples and melons.
- Ervinnë rregull, Majlinda.Alright, Majlinda.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “and” translations and entries dhe, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries dhe, e, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
