fjalë
/ˈfjalə/
The English phrase 'words' is translated into Albanian as fjalë.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form fjalë can be used for the singular 'word' or for the indefinite plural 'words' in many contexts. If you are referring to a specific set of words, use the definite plural form fjalët (the words). When the words are the indirect object of a verb or follow certain prepositions, use the dative/ablative plural form fjalëve (to the words).
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈfjalə/.
Did you know?
- The word fjalë shares an ancient Indo-European root with the English word 'spell', suggesting that 'speaking' and 'reciting magic' were once closely linked concepts.
- Because of the historical weight placed on the 'spoken word', Albanian has various idiomatic expressions where fjalë represents a binding contract, even without a written document.
- In Albanian, if someone says you have 'too many words', they might not be talking about your vocabulary, but rather accusing you of being someone who talks a lot without acting.
Examples in context
- Fjalët vranë krenarinë e tij.The words hurt his pride.This sentence shows how the form fjalë can be used in a context about pride.Tatoeba #5553616 by Ylberi, translation #48173 by orge
- Ai kishte shumë fjalë e pak vepra.He had lots of words and few actions.This sentence illustrates the use of fjalë in a contrast between words and actions.Tatoeba #6982053 by aln, translation #6982140 by aln
- Mos shkruani asnjëherë fjalët "borsh" dhe "supë me lakra" në gjermanisht!Never write the words "bortsch" and "shchi" in German!This sentence demonstrates the use of the form fjalë when discussing specific written words.Tatoeba #2204945 by Balamax, translation #2099624 by Balamax
- Faleminderit për atë që ke bërë për mua.Thank you for what you have done for me.
- Të falënderoj për ç'ke bërë për mua.I thank you for what you have done for me.
- Mund të më ndihmoni ju lutem?Could you help me, please?
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Example conversation
Arjana and Dritan are discussing a book they both read.
- ArjanaMë pëlqejnë fjalë të thjeshta në këtë libër.I like simple words in this book.
- DritanVërtet, autori shkruan shumë qartë.True, the author writes very clearly.
- ArjanaPo disa fjalë janë shumë të vështira.But some words are very difficult.
- DritanUnë mund të të ndihmoj me to, Arjana.I can help you with them, Arjana.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry fjalë, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries fjalë, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
