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Questions and Answers
What is the Albanian phrase for 'Goodbye'?
What is the Albanian phrase for 'Goodbye'?
- Paçim (correct)
- T'bëfte mire!
- Më fal!
- Gezuar!
How do you say 'How much is this?' in Albanian?
How do you say 'How much is this?' in Albanian?
- Sa kushton kjo? (correct)
- Nuk kuptoj
- Si jeni?
- Ngajeni?
Which phrase means 'I'm from...' in Albanian?
Which phrase means 'I'm from...' in Albanian?
- Une jam nga... (correct)
- Mua me quajne
- Gezohem që te takova
- A flisni anglisht/shaip?
What is the correct response in Albanian to 'How are you?'?
What is the correct response in Albanian to 'How are you?'?
What is the translation for 'Excuse me' in Albanian?
What is the translation for 'Excuse me' in Albanian?
Which phrase would you use to express you don't understand?
Which phrase would you use to express you don't understand?
What is the correct Albanian phrase to reply to someone asking 'Do you speak English?' when you can speak a little?
What is the correct Albanian phrase to reply to someone asking 'Do you speak English?' when you can speak a little?
How would you say 'Bon Appetit' in Albanian?
How would you say 'Bon Appetit' in Albanian?
Which phrase means 'Where are you from?' in Albanian?
Which phrase means 'Where are you from?' in Albanian?
If you wanted to greet someone, which would be the appropriate phrase in Albanian?
If you wanted to greet someone, which would be the appropriate phrase in Albanian?
Study Notes
Common Greetings
- "Hello" in Albanian is "Çkemi"
- To ask someone how they are, say "Si jeni?"
- A typical reply to "how are you?" is "Mire, falemenderit, poju?"
Introductions
- To inquire about someone's name, use "Si ju quajne?"
- To introduce yourself, say "Mua me quajne" followed by your name
- The phrase "Gezohem që te takova" expresses pleasure in meeting someone
Origin and Farewells
- To ask about someone's origin, say "Ngajeni? (fm)"
- Respond with "Une jam nga..." followed by your location
- "Paçim" is the equivalent of "goodbye" in Albanian
Dining and Social Norms
- Use "Gezuar!" as a toast meaning "Cheers!"
- "T'bëfte mire!" expresses a wish for a pleasant meal
Communication Aids
- For clarification, use "Une kuptoj" for understanding or "Nuk kupto" for a lack of understanding
- Affirmatives include "Po" for yes and "Jo" for no, while "Ndoshta" indicates maybe
- To indicate uncertainty, say "Une nuk e di"
Language Proficiency
- To ask if someone speaks English or Albanian, phrase it as "A flisni anglisht/shaip?"
- Respond "Po, pak" if you speak a little
- "Më fal!" is used to excuse oneself or to apologize, alongside "Më fal!" for sorry
Politeness in Requests
- "Ju lutem" is used for "please"
- When inquiring about price, ask "Sa kushton kjo?"
Common Greetings
- "Hello" in Albanian is "Çkemi"
- To ask someone how they are, say "Si jeni?"
- A typical reply to "how are you?" is "Mire, falemenderit, poju?"
Introductions
- To inquire about someone's name, use "Si ju quajne?"
- To introduce yourself, say "Mua me quajne" followed by your name
- The phrase "Gezohem që te takova" expresses pleasure in meeting someone
Origin and Farewells
- To ask about someone's origin, say "Ngajeni? (fm)"
- Respond with "Une jam nga..." followed by your location
- "Paçim" is the equivalent of "goodbye" in Albanian
Dining and Social Norms
- Use "Gezuar!" as a toast meaning "Cheers!"
- "T'bëfte mire!" expresses a wish for a pleasant meal
Communication Aids
- For clarification, use "Une kuptoj" for understanding or "Nuk kupto" for a lack of understanding
- Affirmatives include "Po" for yes and "Jo" for no, while "Ndoshta" indicates maybe
- To indicate uncertainty, say "Une nuk e di"
Language Proficiency
- To ask if someone speaks English or Albanian, phrase it as "A flisni anglisht/shaip?"
- Respond "Po, pak" if you speak a little
- "Më fal!" is used to excuse oneself or to apologize, alongside "Më fal!" for sorry
Politeness in Requests
- "Ju lutem" is used for "please"
- When inquiring about price, ask "Sa kushton kjo?"
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Test your knowledge of basic English-Albanian phrases with this interactive quiz. Whether you're preparing for a trip or just want to learn a new language, this quiz will help reinforce your understanding of common greetings and expressions. See how many phrases you can recall accurately!