Dëshiroj

Dëshiroj is an Albanian verb that means “I want” or “I desire.” It is the present-tense first-person singular form of the verb dëshiroj, and it is commonly used to express a personal wish, preference, or intention. In everyday speech and writing, it is often followed by an infinitive introduced by të to specify the action (for example, Dëshiroj të flas me ty, I want to talk with you).

Etymology and classification: The verb dëshiroj derives from the noun dëshirë, meaning desire, with the standard Albanian verb-forming suffix -oj. It belongs to the regularly conjugated -oj verb class in standard Albanian, and its forms align with ordinary present-tense patterns in this group. Dialectal variation may affect pronunciation or adjacent forms, but the basic meaning remains consistent.

Usage and nuances: Dëshiroj is used to state a personal wish or intention in a neutral to slightly formal register. It can express simple desires, requests, or future-oriented plans depending on context. It contrasts with other Albanian verbs for “to want,” such as dua, which can carry a different nuance or register. Examples include Dëshiroj një kafe, ju lutem (I would like a coffee, please) and Dëshiroj të shoh një film (I want to see a film).

See also: Dëshirë, the noun for desire; Albanian verb morphology; Albanian language.