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7 Albanian words that open every conversation

A small, friendly vocabulary list for your first day in Albania.

Two people having a friendly conversation with colorful speech bubblesTHE ALBANIAN NOTEBOOKPËRSHËNDETJE!

You do not need a full grammar book to make a warm first impression. Start with these seven words and say them out loud. Albanian spelling is wonderfully consistent: once you know the sounds, the letters guide you.

PërshëndetjeHello
MirëmëngjesGood morning
FaleminderitThank you
Të lutemPlease / you’re welcome
Po / JoYes / No
MirupafshimGoodbye

One phrase to remember

Try “Si jeni?” for “How are you?” in a polite or formal setting. The informal form is “Si je?” Use it with a friend or someone your age whom you already know.

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