Pësoj

Pësoj is a verb in the Albanian language that generally denotes the act of learning by heart or memorization. In standard Albanian, the more common verb for “to learn” is mësoj, while pёsoj appears as a regional, historical, or literary variant. The meaning of pёsoj is closely related to repetitive learning and committing information to memory, often in the context of study, performance, or recitation.

Usage and varieties can vary by dialect. Pёsoj is most often found in older texts or in rural speech where regional pronunciation preserves forms that differ from the standard language. In modern standard Albanian, mësoj is typically preferred for everyday usage, but pёsoj may still appear in dialectal writing or as a stylistic choice in literature to evoke a particular register or historical stage of the language.

Etymology and relationship to other forms are not always clear in every reference. Some linguists view pёsoj as a regional variant of the same root that produces mësoj, while others treat it as a distinct but related verb that has retained certain nuances of emphasis on rote memorization or intensive study. Because of its limited and regional usage, pёsoj is less common in contemporary formal writing and standard dictionaries, which usually prioritize mësoj.

In teaching and language resources, pёsoj is sometimes mentioned to illustrate regional diversity in Albanian verb forms and the variety of expressions available to describe memorization. For most learners, focusing on mësoj will cover the standard, widely understood usage, while pёsoj serves as a note on dialectal variation. See also Albanian language and memorization terms.