zemër
/ˈzeməɾ/feminine
The Albanian word for heart is zemër.
zemër refers to the organ of the body. The phrase me zemër is used to describe doing something with sincerity, passion or from the heart.
Meaning: an organ (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
zemër is a feminine noun, which affects the articles and adjectives used with it. The word zemër changes to zemrës in the genitive case to indicate possession or 'of the heart'. The word takes the form zemrën when it is the direct object of a sentence.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈzeməɾ/
Did you know?
- A theoretical connection has been proposed between zemër and the Proto-Germanic word for 'companion' or 'fun'.
- The word zemër is often used as a term of endearment for a loved one, similar to how an English speaker might say 'sweetheart' or 'darling'.
- Albanian uses zemër in expressions that describe a person's core character or bravery, meaning a 'big heart' refers to courage as much as kindness.
Examples in context
- plagët e zemrësWounds to the heartThis sentence illustrates the use of the genitive form zemrës to mean 'of the heart'.
- Ardhja jote më bën të rrah zemrën më fortYour arrival makes my heart beat stronger
- Zemra ime është e hapur për tyMy heart is open for you
- Të kam shpirt, ti je i veçantë për muaI love you, you are special to me
Example conversation
Majlinda and Klodian are discussing health at a clinic.
- MajlindaKlodian, a ku të rreh zemër shpejt?Klodian, is your heart beating fast?
- KlodianPo, ndiej një rrahje të fortë.Yes, I feel a strong beat.
- MajlindaDuhet të kujdesesh për zemër dhe shëndet.You should take care of your heart and health.
- KlodianKe të drejtë, do të bëj një kontroll.You are right, I will get a check-up.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “heart” translations and entries zemër, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries zemër, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0.
