How to Say "Kiss" in Albanian

puthje

[ˈpuθjɛ]feminine

The English word 'kiss' translates to Albanian as puthje.

puthje is a noun meaning a touch with the lips.

Meaning: a touch with the lips (noun)

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The related verb form puth means to perform the action of kissing.

puthje is a feminine noun.

Albanian has a specific cultural concept called besa, a solemn oath of honor, which is sometimes sealed with a puthje on the hand to show absolute loyalty.
The root of the word puth is believed by some linguists to be related to the ancient Paleo-Balkan substrate, suggesting it is a very old indigenous term.
In traditional Albanian culture, particularly among men, a puthje on the cheek is a common greeting that signifies brotherhood and trust.

I uroi nënën me një puthje në ballë për të shprehur mirënjohjen e saj.
She greeted her mother with a kiss on the forehead to express her gratitude.
Një puthje e ëmbël.
A sweet kiss.

A couple is saying goodbye at the airport.

Dritan

Do të më marrëshzi shumë, Elira.
I will miss you very much, Elira.
Elira

Unë gjithashtu, Dritan. Më jep një puthje.
Me too, Dritan. Give me a kiss.
Dritan

Me gjithë zemrin.
With all my heart.
Elira

Udim të mbarë!
Have a safe trip!

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