Forcojmë

Forcojmë is the present indicative form of the Albanian verb forcoj, meaning “we strengthen” or “we reinforce.” It is used to express increasing strength, resilience, or intensity of a subject, action, or policy. The sense is primarily constructive, as in strengthening defenses, institutions, or relationships, though it can be used metaphorically to indicate intensified efforts.

Etymology and usage: The verb forcoj derives from the noun forcë, meaning strength, and belongs to a common class of Albanian -oj verbs. Forcojmë marks the first-person plural present tense. Other standard present forms include forcoj (I strengthen) and forcon (he/she strengthens), with the remainder of the paradigm following regular Albanian conjugation patterns. The object of forcojmë is in the accusative.

Examples:

- Ne forcojmë mbrojtjen e qytetit. (We strengthen the city’s defense.)

- Ne forcojmë marrëdhëniet me partnerët. (We reinforce relations with partners.)

In contemporary Albanian, forcojmë frequently appears in political, organizational, and everyday language to describe capacity-building initiatives, policy strengthening, or intensification of efforts. It is used across dialects of standard Albanian and is understood throughout regions where the language is spoken.