të urrej
/tə uˈrɛj/word by word
të urrej is the Albanian way to say "I hate you".
This phrase is an expression of intense dislike directed toward another person.
Meaning: expression of intense dislike (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the object pronoun të (you) and the verb urrej (I hate).
Which one should you use?
While të urrej is used for a single person, you should use ju urrej if you are addressing a group of people or using a formal address.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form të urrej uses the singular informal pronoun, which is used for friends, family or children. To address a group or use a formal register, the pronoun changes to ju urrej.
How do you pronounce it?
/tə uˈrɛj/
Did you know?
- While të urrej is the direct translation, Albanians often express hatred by wishing a specific misfortune upon the person rather than using the verb for hate.
- The word urrej is related to the English word 'horrid', as both derive from the Latin root for shuddering with horror.
- If you accidentally use the formal ju urrej when arguing with a close friend, it can come across as sarcastic or coldly distancing rather than just being polite.
Examples in context
- Unë ju urrej.I hate you
- Të urrej shumë!I hate you so much!
- Nuk mund të të mbaj më, të urrej.I can't stand you anymore, I hate you.
- Të urrej për gjithçka që bëre.I hate you for everything you did.
Example conversation
A heated argument between two former partners in a park.
- DritanNuk dua të të shoh më në fytyrë!I don't want to see your face ever again!
- ArjanaDritan, të lutem, mos u bëj kështu.Dritan, please, don't be like this.
- DritanTë urrej, Arjana!I hate you, Arjana!
- ArjanaMë vjen keq që po ndjen këtë.I am sorry that you feel this way.
