Jezui
The English name Jesus is translated into Albanian as Jezui. If unsure, use Jezui. Wiktionary also lists Lli and Jisui.
Meaning: religious figure (name)
Ways to say it
| Albanian | Note |
|---|---|
| Jezui | |
| Lli | archaic |
| Jisui | masculine |
The word refers to the religious figure Jesus.
Which one should you use?
Jezui is the standard name, while Jisui is a masculine form. The form Lli is archaic. Note that while Jezu is the proper name, the word Krishti is used specifically to mean Christ.
Did you know?
- The archaic form Lli is not just a name, but a linguistic fusion of the Albanian word for 'sun', diell, and the Greek name for the prophet Elijah.
- The form Lli represents a historical period where the identity of the savior was merged with the very concept of the sun in local customs.
- The name Lli serves as a linguistic bridge between the Albanian language and ancient Greek solar influences.
Examples in context
- A e ke parë Jezusin në kishë dje?Did you see Jesus at church yesterday?
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a painting in a museum.
- EliraKush është personi në këtë pikturë?Who is the person in this painting?
- KlodianKjo është një pikturë e Jezuit.This is a painting of Jesus.
- EliraËshtë shumë prekse.It is very touching.
- KlodianPo, artisti ka bërë një punë të shkëlqyer.Yes, the artist did a great job.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “Jesus” translations and entries Lli, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Lli, CC BY-SA 4.0.
