Paraqesë

Paraqesë is a word in the Albanian language that primarily functions as a verb meaning to present, to show, or to display, and can also be encountered in noun-like uses referring to the act of presenting or an appearance. In its verbal form, the root paraqet is used for “he/she presents,” and the infinitive is paraqesë. In many practical contexts, speakers or writers prefer related nouns such as paraqitje or paraqesa to express the idea of a presentation, but paraqesë may appear in more formal or literary texts as a nominalized form.

Etymology and sense development point to a construction based on para- (before) combined with a root related to placing or putting, yielding the sense of bringing something forward for attention or inspection. This links the common meanings of showing something to audiences, documents, or oneself.

Usage and notes: paraqesë covers actions of presenting information, objects, or arguments, as in “Ai paraqet një raport të plotë” (He presents a full report) or “Ajo paraqet kredencialet e saj gjatë intervistës.” In everyday language, the action is typically described with the verb form (paraqet, paraqes), while the noun sense of the act of presenting is often expressed with paraqitje or other specific terms. In formal or administrative contexts, paraqesë can appear as part of legal, academic, or ceremonial phrasing.

See also: paraqitje, paraqesa, paraqitse (related verbs and nominal forms for presenting).